SHAKSHOUKA – eggs in tomato sauce ( Tunisian breakfast)
This version of Shakshouka is a popular Tunisian breakfast, some families add potato. This is a tasty slightly spicy dish, perfect for vegetarians!
Servings 3portions
Prep Time 10 minutesmins
Cook Time 25 minutesmins
Total Time 35 minutesmins
Ingredients
3-4eggs
400gchopped tomato
1red bell pepper
1onion
3-4clovesof garlic
1Tbsptomato puree
2-3tbspparsley
1Tbspbrown sugar
a few Tbsp olive oil
1TbspHarissa
1Tbsppaprika
2Tspturmeric
1 1/2Tspcumin
1Tspcinnamon
1/2tspblack pepper
salt to taste
Instructions
Finely chop the onion and pepper. In a large pan, heat olive oil and add the onion. Fry for about 6-7 minutes until the onion becomes soft and golden. Add the pepper and continue frying for another 5-6 minutes on medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the pepper softens completely. In the last minute, add the garlic.
Now, add the chopped tomato, tomato puree, sugar, salt, black pepper, harissa, and spices to the pan. Stir in half of the chopped parsley. Mix well and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the flavors meld together. If you prefer a spicier taste, you can add some Cayenne pepper or chili.
Once the liquid has reduced to half, carefully add the eggs one by one, ensuring they sit on the sauce without touching the bottom of the pan. Cover the pan and cook for about 5 minutes on medium heat. It is important to cook the eggs just enough so that the whites are soft and the yolks remain runny.
Shakshouka is best enjoyed on its own or served over toasted bread of your choice. Sprinkle the remaining chopped parsley on top before serving.
Notes
The total calorie count for the entire recipe is approximately 677-757 calories. If divided into three equal portions, each portion would contain approximately 225-252 calories. Please note that these calorie values are approximate and may vary based on the specific ingredients and serving sizes used. The calculation assumes an allocation of one egg per person, but keep in mind that some individuals may opt for a larger serving with three eggs per person. Additionally, remember to consider any additional ingredients or accompaniments, such as bread, when determining the overall calorie intake.