Description
Shakshouka Toast is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the rich, flavorful shakshouka (a Middle Eastern dish of eggs poached in a spiced tomato and pepper sauce) with crispy, golden toast for a satisfying breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 onion, diced
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
– 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
– 4 eggs
– Salt and black pepper, to taste
– 4 slices of toast
– Chopped parsley, for garnish
– Za’atar seasoning, for garnish
Instructions
1. – Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. – Add the diced onion and bell pepper, and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
3. – Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, paprika, and cayenne (if using). Cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
4. – Pour in the diced tomatoes and their juices. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
5. – Carefully crack the eggs into the tomato sauce, making sure to space them out evenly. Cover the skillet and cook the eggs until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny, about 5-7 minutes.
6. – Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. – Serve the Shakshouka immediately over the toast slices, garnished with chopped parsley and a sprinkle of za’atar seasoning.
Notes
For a creamier texture, you can stir in a tablespoon of heavy cream or crème fraîche to the tomato sauce just before adding the eggs. You can also customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Main Courses
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern