Shakshouka, via Wikimedia Commons
Breakfast
Shakshouka

Shakshouka

Algeria

45Minutes
EasyLevel
4Serves
10Steps
About

Eggs poached in a spiced tomato and pepper sauce, an everyday Algerian breakfast or light supper enjoyed straight from the pan with bread across the country.

Equipment
  • Wide frying pan with lid
  • Wooden spoon
Ingredients
Ripe tomatoes, chopped, or passata5 (or 500 g)
Green peppers2
Onion1
Garlic3 cloves
Eggs4 to 6
Tomato paste1 tbsp
Sweet paprika1 tsp
Ground cumin1 tsp
Harissa or chilli (optional)1 tsp
Olive oil3 tbsp
Fresh coriander or parsleya few sprigs
Salt and pepperto taste

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