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Shakshuka for Two

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A comforting dish of poached eggs in a spiced tomato and pepper sauce, perfect for brunch or a romantic dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus extra for brushing the bread)
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • ½ medium yellow onion (diced)
  • ½ medium red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1½ teaspoons paprika
  • 1½ teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 14 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
  • 3 large eggs
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Goat cheese (crumbled, optional topping)
  • Cilantro (chopped, optional garnish)
  • 4 slices bakery bread

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, stirring until fragrant.
  3. Toss in the diced onion and bell pepper. Cook for about 3 to 5 minutes, until the onion softens and turns translucent.
  4. In a small bowl, mix paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, cumin, ground coriander, and ¼ teaspoon of salt.
  5. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the sautéed vegetables, stir to coat, and then add the crushed tomatoes. Cook for about 5 minutes over medium heat, lowering to a simmer if it bubbles too vigorously.
  6. Create three wells in the sauce, lower the heat to medium-low, and crack one egg into each well. For runny yolks, keep the yolks whole and cover the pan, cooking for 8 minutes. For over-medium eggs, break the yolks and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, covered, until they reach your desired doneness.
  7. Brush the bakery bread slices with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet. Broil on LOW for 3 to 4 minutes until lightly toasted.
  8. Serve shakshuka family-style, optionally topped with crumbled goat cheese and cilantro, alongside the toasted bread for dipping.

Notes

Shakshuka is best enjoyed freshly made, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

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