Mediterranean Breakfast with Shakshuka
A vibrant Mediterranean breakfast featuring poached eggs in a rich tomato sauce with spices, perfect for a healthy start to your day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 diced onion
- 1 diced bell pepper
- 2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes (or canned)
- 4 eggs
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Feta cheese, for garnish
- Fresh herbs, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Place your skillet over medium heat and drizzle in olive oil. Allow it to warm until it shimmers.
- Sauté the base: Add onion and bell pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until softened.
- Add the tomatoes & spices: Mix in fresh tomatoes, cumin, and paprika. Simmer for 5-10 minutes.
- Create wells for eggs: Make small wells in the mixture and gently crack eggs into each well.
- Cover & cook: Lower heat, cover skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until egg whites are set.
- Serve & garnish: Remove from heat, garnish with herbs and drizzle with olive oil.
- Dig in: Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
Customize with your favorite vegetables or spices. This dish pairs well with whole grain toast or Greek yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 400mg
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