For a richer flavor, consider using fire-roasted tomatoes. Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or eggplant. Serve with crusty bread or pita for dipping into the sauce. A dollop of Greek yogurt or labneh adds a cool, creamy contrast.
A vibrant and flavorful Middle Eastern and North African dish where eggs are poached in a simmering sauce of tomatoes, peppers, onions, and spices. This Shakshooka recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner.
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, onion, and jalapeno; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent. (Approx. 5 minutes)
Add the bell pepper and tomatoes. Cook the vegetables until the tomatoes have broken down and released their juices. (Approx. 10 minutes)
Stir in the sweet paprika, hot paprika, salt, and pepper and let the mixture simmer. (Approx. 3 minutes)
Add the tomato paste and water and mix well.
When the vegetables have a sauce-like consistency, add the saffron and parsley. Crack the eggs on top of the sauce (as though you're making sunnyside-up eggs); cover the pan and let the eggs cook until the yolks reach your desired consistency. (Approx. 10-15 minutes)
For a richer flavor, consider using fire-roasted tomatoes. Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or eggplant. Serve with crusty bread or pita for dipping into the sauce. A dollop of Greek yogurt or labneh adds a cool, creamy contrast.
Gretchen Sawayn
Jun 30, 2025The cook time for the eggs was perfect. Runny yolks are a must!
Veronica Heidenreich
Jun 20, 2025I've made this several times, and it's always a hit! I love how easy it is to customize with different veggies.
Cielo Sanford
Jun 14, 2025I didn't have saffron, so I used a pinch of turmeric for color. It still tasted great.
Dashawn Wunsch
May 27, 2025My family loved this! It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables.
Elroy Wunsch
May 18, 2025This recipe is fantastic! The flavors are so rich and comforting. I added a pinch of cumin for extra depth.
Macie Wunsch
May 12, 2025I added some feta cheese on top before serving, and it was amazing!
Ludwig Buckridge
May 1, 2025Easy to follow and delicious! I served it with crusty bread for dipping.
Leda Waelchi
Apr 28, 2025I found it a little too spicy with the jalapeno and 2 tablespoons of hot paprika. I'll reduce the amount next time.
Margarett Boehm
Apr 22, 2025The saffron really elevates this dish. I used canned diced tomatoes, and it worked perfectly.
Claude Cronin
Apr 6, 2025This is my new go-to breakfast recipe! So much better than plain scrambled eggs.