How to Make Chakchouka (Shakshouka) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chakchouka, sometimes spelled as Shakshouka, is a savory and aromatic North African dish that has gained popularity across the world as a delicious and satisfying meal. This flavorful dish is a staple in many countries, including Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, and Israel, and can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Chakchouka is a versatile dish that can be customized to suit individual preferences and dietary restrictions. It typically consists of poached eggs in a spicy tomato a...

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 ⅓ cups chopped onion
  • 1 cup thinly sliced bell peppers, any color
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced, or to taste
  • 2 ½ cups chopped tomatoes
  • 1 hot chile pepper, seeded and finely chopped, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook and stir until vegetables have softened and onion has turned translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, mix together tomatoes, chile pepper, cumin, paprika, and salt in a bowl.
  • Stir tomato mixture into onion mixture. Simmer, uncovered, until tomato juices have cooked off, about 10 minutes.
  • Make 4 indentations in tomato mixture; crack eggs into indentations. Cover the skillet and cook until eggs are firm but not dry, about 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    209 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 164mg
    • Sodium: 654mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 65mg
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 511mg