5-ingredient shakshuka

Savor a simple yet flavorful 5-ingredient shakshuka! This quick recipe blends sautéed onions and red pepper with rich canned tomatoes, perfectly poached eggs, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Perfect for any meal, it's a deliciously easy way to enjoy classic comfort food.

  • 26 Apr 2025
  • Cook time 20 min
  • Prep time 5 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 5 Ingredients

5-ingredient shakshuka

Shakshuka is a popular Middle Eastern and North African dish that is both simple and delicious. Traditionally, it consists of poached eggs simmered in a flavorful tomato and pepper sauce. This 5-ingredient shakshuka recipe is a quick and easy version that retains the traditional flavors while requiring minimal ingredients and effort. Perfect for a nutritious and comforting meal, this dish is sure to become a household favorite.

Ingredients:

1 onion
160g
1/4 cup red pepper
36g
2 cans canned tomatoes
800g
4 eggs
200g
1/2 cup fresh parsley
30g

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:
- Peel and finely chop the onion.
- Dice the red pepper.
- Coarsely chop the fresh parsley and set it aside.
2. Cook the Vegetables:
- In a large skillet or frying pan, heat a few teaspoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until it becomes soft and translucent (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add the diced red pepper and continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes, until the pepper starts to soften.
3. Add Tomatoes:
- Pour in the canned tomatoes, including their juices, and stir to combine.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer, uncovered, for about 10-15 minutes. Stir occasionally, breaking down any large tomato chunks with your spoon. Allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
4. Create Wells and Add Eggs:
- Using a spoon, make four small wells in the sauce.
- Crack an egg into each well, being careful to keep the yolks intact.
- Cover the pan with a lid and simmer gently until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still runny (about 5-7 minutes). For firmer yolks, cook a bit longer.
5. Garnish and Serve:
- Once the eggs are cooked to your desired consistency, remove the pan from heat.
- Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top of the shakshuka.
- Serve immediately, directly from the skillet, with crusty bread or pita on the side for scooping up the delicious sauce.

Tips:

- For added flavor, consider sautéing minced garlic with the onions and red peppers.

- Use a large, deep skillet to evenly cook the tomato and pepper sauce and create space for poaching the eggs.

- Crack the eggs into a small bowl before adding them to the sauce to ensure no egg shells get in.

- If you like your eggs runny, reduce the cooking time slightly; for firmer yolks, cook a bit longer.

- Serve with a side of warm crusty bread or pita to soak up the delicious sauce.

There you have it, a simple yet scrumptious shakshuka made with just five basic ingredients. Whether you’re enjoying it for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, this dish is sure to satisfy your taste buds with its rich flavors and hearty textures. Don't forget to sprinkle some fresh parsley on top for an added touch of freshness and color. Happy cooking!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size310 grams
Energy
Calories 120kcal6%
Protein
Protein 8g6%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 12g3%
Fiber 5.00g13%
Sugar 8g8%
Fat
Fat 6g7%
Saturated 1.70g6%
Cholesterol 210mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 180ug20%
Choline 180mg33%
Vitamin B1 1.22mg102%
Vitamin B2 0.35mg27%
Vitamin B3 1.66mg10%
Vitamin B6 0.34mg20%
Vitamin B9 77ug19%
Vitamin B12 0.51ug21%
Vitamin C 50mg56%
Vitamin E 1.92mg13%
Vitamin K 130ug107%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 110mg8%
Copper, Cu 0.13mg15%
Iron, Fe 2.59mg24%
Magnesium, Mg 33mg8%
Phosphorus, P 150mg12%
Potassium, K 580mg17%
Selenium, Se 16ug31%
Sodium, Na 300mg20%
Zinc, Zn 1.04mg9%
Water
Water 280g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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