Shakshuka is one of the most popular dishes in the Middle East and North Africa. Poached eggs directly in a spicy tomato and pepper sauce — a simple and extraordinary dish that works equally well for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Mediterranean
Tomato and pepper shakeshuka with feta
Shakshuka israelí y norteafricana: huevos escalfados en sofrito de tomate, pimientos y especias. Plato vegano adaptable y muy nutritivo
- Lebanon
- Main course
- Light
- Low sugar
- easy
35 min
Tiempo total
10 min
Preparation
25 min
Cooking
4
Servings
Nutrition per serving
- Calories 280 kcal
- Protein 16 g
- Fiber 3.5 g
- Carbohydrates 14 g
- Fat 17 g
- Sodium 520 mg
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Preparation
Tomato and Pepper Shakshuka with Feta is a Lebanese preparation with easy difficulty. Reserve about 35 minutes in total (10 for mise en place and preparation, 25 for cooking). Follow the 7 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 6 fresh eggs.
- Have ready: 400 g of crushed tomato.
- Have ready: 2 red peppers, diced.
- Have ready: 1 chopped onion.
- Have ready: 3 cloves of garlic.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
Sauté the onion and garlic in oil for 8 min
Stir frequently so it doesn't stick. The objective is to concentrate aromas, not to accelerate with excessive heat
Add the peppers and cook 5 min
Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step
Add the tomato and spices; cook for 10 minutes over medium heat…
Add the tomato and spices; Cook for 10 minutes over medium heat until reduced. Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step. Watch the exact point indicated; an extra minute can alter the result
Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step
Adjust salt and pepper
Make 6 wells in the sauce; crack an egg into each
Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step
Cover and cook over low heat for 5-6 min (clear curd
liquid yolk). Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step
Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step
Sprinkle feta and cilantro; Serve with pita bread or whole wheat bread
Serve on a preheated plate or platter if the dish must maintain temperature
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