Levantine

Levantine Shakshuka with Tomatoes and Eggs

A traditional Levantine breakfast dish rich in flavor, combining fresh eggs with a seasoned tomato sauce cooked in olive oil and vegetables.

25 min 4 servings 185 cal/serving Easy 5 views
Levantine Shakshuka with Tomatoes and Eggs

Instructions

  1. Sautéing the Onion
    Heat olive oil in a wide skillet over medium heat, then add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent. · 3 min
  2. Adding the Aromatics
    Add the minced garlic and green pepper, and stir the ingredients for one minute until fragrant. · 1 min
  3. Simmering the Sauce
    Add the chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, cumin, and black pepper. Stir well, then reduce the heat and let it simmer until the sauce thickens. · 7 min
  4. Adding the Eggs
    Make four spaced wells in the sauce using a spoon, and carefully crack an egg into each well. · 1 min
  5. Cooking the Eggs
    Cover the skillet and simmer over low heat until the egg whites are completely set while the yolks remain soft and runny. · 5 min
  6. Serving
    Remove the skillet from the heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot immediately with fresh bread.

Nutrition / serving

185
cal
9.5
protein g
7.5
carbs g
13
fat g

Chef's tips

For the best texture, it is preferable to use fully ripe tomatoes and to avoid overcooking the egg yolks to preserve their creamy consistency.