Get a large dose of Maghrebi magic in your life by trying our delicious Shakshuka Recipe. Enjoy bold flavors with just the right amount of heat and spice.
Shakshuka Recipe
It is both delicious and eye-catching. The generous addition of herbs and spices energizes every mouthful of shakshuka. It’s built on a foundation of sweet, acidic tomatoes and savory, poached eggs.
Shakshuka is a unique culinary experience in terms of creativity and texture. It has the buttery soft eggs, the harissa’s intense heat, and the herbs’ delicious aroma.
What is Shakshuka?
Shakshuka, a symbol of both the heat and warmth of North Africa as well as the Middle East, is a dish that originated in the Maghreb region (Northwest Arabic region) of Africa. This dish is made up of poached eggs and served with a delicious sauce of tomatoes, olive oils, and peppers.
The entire dish is then seasoned with a generous amount of spices, including paprika, cayenne pepper, and fiery harissa. It’s often served right off the heat in an iron skillet.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1 – Heat 2 tbsp olive oil and thinly sliced onion in a large saucepan. Allow simmering for 15 minutes. Adjust heat as necessary to avoid burning.
Step 2 Add the spices (cumin and paprika, pinch cayenne, pinch sugar, salt and pepper to your liking). About 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper were used. Stir everything for about 1-2 minutes. Then add the canned plum tomato. Cook for another 15 minutes.
Step 3 Once your vegetables are softened, and the tomatoes have lost their acidic taste, you can use a spoon to make the wells for eggs. Since we are using six eggs, we will make 6 wells to allow the eggs to rest in.
Step 4 Crack the eggs into each well (as seen below).
Step 5 Cover the pan with a lid and cook the eggs to the desired doneness. They took about 5-6 minutes to cook.
Step 6 Now, it’s time for the toppings. Let’s start with crumbled Feta cheese.
Step 7 We then add fresh parsley.
Step 8 We also love to make harissa sauce for the shakshuka. But that’s up to your taste! Shakshuka is delicious even without it.
Toast the garlic cloves in a 2 tbsp olive oil mixture for 1-2 minutes on medium heat. Cook for another few minutes, then add 2 tbsp harissa. It can be served over the shakshuka, but it is quite spicy!
You can make your harissa sauce or buy one from a store. Or you can eat your shakshuka plain when it’s ready to be served.
As we have already mentioned, shakshuka is often served directly from the pan to the table in a cast-iron pan. Enjoy a large portion of the delicious sauce, egg, and some crusty white bread to soak up all that spicy sauce.
This North African classic is sure to delight. Shakshuka is a rich, spicy, and deep-flavored breakfast dish that can be enjoyed with friends or family as a meal or for lunch.
