Description
Shakshuka with feta is a flavorful Middle Eastern and North African dish with poached eggs in a spicy tomato sauce, topped with creamy feta. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, it’s a comforting and satisfying one-pan meal.
Ingredients
2 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 tablespoon harissa paste
14 ounces crushed tomatoes
Salt and pepper, to taste
6 large eggs
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and red bell pepper, sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic, smoked paprika, chili powder, and harissa paste. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer the sauce for 10-15 minutes until it thickens.
- Create small wells in the sauce and crack the eggs into each well. Cover the skillet and cook for 7-10 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked to your liking.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with crumbled feta and chopped parsley. Serve immediately with crusty bread or pita.
Notes
- This recipe is naturally vegetarian and can be made vegan by replacing eggs and feta with tofu and dairy-free cheese alternatives.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add more harissa or chili powder to taste.
- You can substitute feta with goat cheese, blue cheese, or ricotta for different flavors.
- For added texture, try adding vegetables like spinach, zucchini, or eggplant to the sauce.
- For a non-vegetarian version, add cooked sausage, ground beef, or lamb to the sauce.
- Shakshuka can be prepared ahead of time by making the sauce and storing it for up to 3 days in the fridge. Add eggs when ready to cook.
- To prevent overcooking the eggs, remove the skillet from heat when the whites are set but yolks are still soft.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern, North African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 300-350 calories
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
