Classic Tomato and Pepper Shakshuka

Classic Tomato and Pepper Shakshuka

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Mediterranean · 20 min · vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-carb

316 cal 16g protein 18g carbs 20g fat per serving · estimated

Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 can (14 oz) canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1, diced red bell pepper
  • 1, diced yellow onion
  • 3, minced garlic cloves
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp, chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the onion and bell pepper for 6 minutes until softened.
  2. Add garlic, cumin, and paprika and stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, season with salt, and simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
  4. Make 4 wells in the sauce and crack an egg into each.
  5. Cover and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the whites are set but the yolks remain runny.
  6. Scatter parsley over the top and serve straight from the pan.

Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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