Paprika Tomatoes With Poached Eggs Shakshouka Recipe

A vibrant and healthy twist on the classic Tunisian Shakshouka! This lighter version reduces the oil while maximizing flavor with fragrant spices and juicy tomatoes. Perfectly poached eggs nestle in a rich tomato sauce, seasoned with warming paprika, cumin, and coriander. Serve with crusty bread for a delicious and satisfying one-pan meal. Adapted from the Sunset Edible Garden Cookbook.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 376.2 kcal
Protein 36g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Paprika Tomatoes With Poached Eggs Shakshouka

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How to Make Paprika Tomatoes With Poached Eggs Shakshouka

  1. Combine 1 teaspoon coriander seeds, 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, 2 teaspoons paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a mortar and pestle. Pound until finely crushed.
  2. Alternatively, combine the spices and salt in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin.
  3. Add 2 cloves garlic to the spice mixture and pound or crush until you form a paste.
  4. Set aside.
  5. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a 10-inch oven-safe skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Add 1 small to medium sized chili pepper (finely chopped or sliced), and cook, stirring frequently, until well browned (10-12 minutes).
  6. Add the spice paste and 1 tablespoon tomato paste to the pan. Cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  7. Stir in 3/4 cup water and 1 (28 ounce) can of crushed tomatoes.
  8. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes have softened (10-20 minutes). Add more water if the mixture becomes too dry.
  9. Using a wooden spoon, create 4 wells in the tomato mixture.
  10. Carefully crack one large egg into each well.
  11. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  12. Cover the pan and cook until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still runny (about 5-7 minutes).
  13. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Serve immediately with crusty bread.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

52g

Fat

26g

Carbs

8g