Shakshuka is a delicious, easy-to-make dish that originated in North Africa and the Middle East. It’s a favorite of functional nutritionist Sharon Meyer, CNC, because it delivers a rich, spicy immunity boost. The one-pan meal is a showcase for eggs, which are full of protein, vitamins, calcium, zinc and choline. Eggs support brain function and cell membranes, while their antioxidants are helpful for eye health. Other flavor-filled ingredients boast beneficial properties for heart health and immune support. Enjoy for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2-5 Anaheim chilies or 3 jalapenos, stemmed seeded (start slow & add for more heat)
- 2 red peppers, chopped
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 5 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 28oz can whole peeled tomatoes
- ½ cup vegetable stock
- 6 eggs
- Salt and pepper
- 1 tbs finely chopped flat leaf parsley
Instructions
- Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chilies, peppers, onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden brown, about 6 minutes.
- Add garlic, cumin, and paprika and cook, stirring frequently, until garlic is soft, about 2 more minutes.
- Put tomatoes and their liquid into a medium bowl and crush with your hands. Add crushed tomatoes and their liquid to skillet along with 1/2 cup vegetable stock reduce heat to medium, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened slightly, about 15 minutes. Season sauce with salt.
- Crack eggs over sauce so that eggs are evenly distributed across sauce’s surface. Cover skillet and cook until yolks are just set, about 5 minutes. Using a spoon, baste the whites of the eggs with tomato mixture, being careful not to disturb the yolk.
- Sprinkle shakshuka with parsley.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
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