This irresistible Middle Eastern egg dish is a great way to introduce a melody of subtle spices and added protein to any time of day!
Shakshuka
Serves: 2
Ingredients
2 tsp (10 mL) extra virgin olive oil
1 cup (250 mL) chopped onion
1 red bell pepper, diced
2 cups (500 mL) diced plum tomatoes
¼ tsp (1 mL) ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
4 eggs
Method
Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat; add onion and sauté for 5 minutes or until soft.
Add red pepper and continue to sauté for another 5 minutes.
Add tomatoes and cumin; stir to mix.
Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, covered, for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Crack eggs onto the mixture, spacing them evenly in the mixture, and continue to cook, covered, until eggs are set, or for about 4 minutes.
Serve immediately.
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