Classic Shakshuka with Warm Pita

Name: Classic Shakshuka with Warm Pita
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 0.5 yellow onion (chopped); 0.5 red bell pepper (chopped); 2 clove garlic (minced); 1 can crushed tomatoes; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 0.5 teaspoon paprika; 0.25 teaspoon chili powder; 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (ground); 4 eggs; 4 pita breads; 1 package mixed greens; 2 tablespoon balsamic vinaigrette; 2 tablespoon fresh parsley or cilantro (chopped)

Poached eggs nestled in a warmly spiced tomato and bell pepper sauce, served with warm pita bread for dipping and a crisp green salad.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 25 min
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $3.66/serving

Dietary

Dairy-Free
Halal
High-Fiber
Kosher
Nut-Free
Pescatarian
Soy-Free
Vegetarian

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
0.5 yellow onion (chopped)
0.5 red bell pepper (chopped)
2 clove garlic (minced)
1 can crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon ground cumin
0.5 teaspoon paprika
0.25 teaspoon chili powder
0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper (ground)
4 eggs
4 pita breads
1 package mixed greens
2 tablespoon balsamic vinaigrette
2 tablespoon fresh parsley or cilantro (chopped)

Instructions

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 chopped yellow onion and 1/2 chopped red bell pepper, and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
Stir in 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon chili powder. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the 1 can crushed tomatoes, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
Make four small indentations in the sauce and crack one egg into each. Cover the skillet and cook for 5-8 minutes, or until the egg whites are set and yolks are to your desired runniness. While eggs cook, warm the 4 whole wheat pita breads according to package directions.
Toss the 1 bag mixed greens with 2 tablespoons bottled balsamic vinaigrette for a simple side salad.
Serve the shakshuka hot with warm pita bread and the green salad, garnished with optional 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro.

Notes

If you prefer a little heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the spices. Shakshuka is best enjoyed fresh.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 360
Protein: 19.3 g
Carbohydrates: 43.1 g
Fat: 15.8 g
Fiber: 8.5 g
Sodium: 880 mg
Saturated Fat: 3.7 g
Sugar: 12.5 g
Cholesterol: 185 mg