Breakfast · North African-inspired

Shakshuka

Eggs gently cooked in a spiced pepper-and-tomato sauce.

Prep15 min
Cook25 min
Total40 min
Serves4

Ingredients

Serves4

Metric and US measurements are approximate conversions; ingredient densities vary. Double-check temperatures and cooking times when changing portions.

Method

1

Heat oil in a lidded frying pan. Soften onion and pepper for 8 minutes.

2

Add garlic, cumin and paprika, stir 1 minute, then add tomatoes. Simmer 10 minutes.

3

Make six shallow wells in the sauce and crack an egg into each.

4

Cover and cook gently for 6–10 minutes until the whites are set and yolks are cooked to your preference.

5

Scatter over parsley and serve with bread.

Food safety: ensure poultry is fully cooked, handle raw meat separately, and check packaging for allergens. Times are estimates and ovens vary.