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Moroccan Eggs Shakshuka

This Moroccan Eggs Shakshuka is a flavor-packed delight! Perfectly poached eggs in a spicy tomato sauce make any meal special.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner
Cuisine: Moroccan

Ingredients
  

  • 6 pieces pita breads (8-inch, divided)
  • 28 ounces whole peeled tomatoes (drained)
  • 24 ounces roasted red peppers (drained and divided, about 3 cups)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1-2 pieces jalapeño peppers (stemmed, seeded if desired, and chopped into 1/4-inch pieces)
  • 1 tablespoon red harissa paste
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons coriander
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 pinch Salt to taste
  • 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 6 pieces eggs
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves and stems (coarsely chopped)
  • 1 ounce feta cheese (crumbled)
  • 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives (for serving, optional)
  • Zhoug sauce (for serving, optional)

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped jalapeño peppers, sautéing until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  2. Stir in the roasted red peppers, coriander, smoked paprika, cumin, and red harissa paste. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  3. Add the drained whole peeled tomatoes and tomato paste to the skillet, breaking up the tomatoes with a spoon. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Using a spoon, make small wells in the sauce and crack an egg into each well. Cover the skillet and let the eggs cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the whites are set, but the yolks are still runny.
  5. Once the eggs are cooked to your liking, remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle the shakshuka with coarsely chopped cilantro and crumbled feta cheese. Serve immediately with warm pita bread for dipping.

Notes

  • For a thicker sauce, simmer longer while stirring occasionally.
  • Adjust the spice level by using fewer jalapeños or omitting harissa paste.
  • Best served fresh, but leftovers can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 days.