Quick Shakshuka Eggs (Printable)
Poached eggs simmered in a spicy tomato and pepper sauce with aromatic cumin, paprika, and coriander.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
02 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
05 - 1 small fresh tomato, chopped
→ Spices & Seasonings
06 - 2 tbsp olive oil
07 - 1 tsp ground cumin
08 - 1 tsp sweet paprika
09 - 1/2 tsp ground coriander
10 - 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
11 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Eggs
12 - 4 large eggs
→ Garnishes
13 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
14 - Crumbled feta cheese
15 - Warm crusty bread or pita, for serving
# Directions:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and red bell pepper. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
03 - Add cumin, paprika, coriander, and cayenne pepper. Stir constantly for 30 seconds to release essential oils and deepen flavors.
04 - Pour in canned and fresh tomatoes. Season with salt and black pepper. Simmer uncovered for 7–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens slightly and flavors meld.
05 - Using the back of a spoon, create 4 shallow wells in the sauce. Crack an egg directly into each well, taking care not to break yolks.
06 - Cover skillet and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook for 5–7 minutes until whites are set but yolks remain runny. Adjust time for firmer yolks.
07 - Remove from heat immediately. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro or parsley and crumbled feta cheese if desired.
08 - Serve directly from skillet while hot, accompanied with warm crusty bread or pita for dipping into the sauce.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Everything cooks in one pan, which means less cleanup and more time dipping bread into that gorgeous sauce
- It hits that perfect balance between comfort food and something that feels special enough for company
02 -
- Don't rush the initial vegetable sauté, those softened onions and peppers create the sauce's sweet undertone
- The sauce should be bubbling gently when you add the eggs, or they'll take forever to set properly
03 -
- If your sauce looks too thick before adding eggs, splash in a little water or olive oil
- Make the sauce ahead of time and reheat it when ready to add eggs for a quick weeknight dinner