Chakchouka (Shakshouka) Recipe
Discover the authentic Chakchouka recipe, a traditional Tunisian dish made with eggs, tomatoes, peppers, and spices. Perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp of olive oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 tsp of ground cumin
- 1 tsp of paprika
- 1 tsp of chilli powder
- 1 can of crushed tomatoes
- Salt and pepper
- 4-6 eggs
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until they turn golden brown and fragrant.
- Next, add the diced red and yellow bell peppers to the skillet. Sauté them for a few minutes until they become tender. Sprinkle in the ground cumin, paprika, and chilli powder, and give it a good stir to evenly coat the vegetables.
- Pour the can of crushed tomatoes into the skillet, and season with salt and pepper according to your taste. Give it a gentle stir to combine all the flavours. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 10-15 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Now, it’s time to add the star of the show – the eggs! Create small wells in the sauce by making indentations with a spoon. Carefully crack the eggs into each well. Cover the skillet and let the eggs cook over low heat for around 5-8 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
- Once the eggs are cooked to your desired consistency, remove the skillet from the heat. Sprinkle the chopped parsley or cilantro on top for a fresh touch.