WHAT ITS ALL ABOUT

Egg shakshuka  is a popular North African and Middle Eastern dish which consists of Egg poached in flavorful spices and a tomato-based gravy . The meaning of the name shakshuka is “ a mixture ” in Arabic, which reflects the blend of ingredients in the dish . Its commonly cooked in a small pan and served directly from it . This dish is known for its energetic and lively colour and its rich flavor. Its cooked with many other ingredients like onion , ginger , garlic , cumin and many other spices, which creates a very beautiful gravy and flavor .

 

 

ORIGIN OF THE RECIPE

Egg Shakshuka is a popular North African and Middle Eastern recipe made of eggs. Its origin are often credited to the Maghreb region, which includes countries like Tunisia, Algeria and Morocco. This dish commonly consist of poached eggs in a spicy tomato-based gravy.

INGREDIENTS USED FOR EGG SHAKSHUKA

• Eggs, 4 pieces
• Chopped Tomatoes: 3 pieces (for the base of the gravy)
• Onions: 2 pieces (finely chopped )
• Ginger paste, 1 tablespoon
• Garlic paste 1 tablespoon
• Bell Papers, 1 small cup (finely chopped)
• Spices: cumin powder, coriander powder, chili powder, salt, and black paper.
• Fresh Coriander leaves for garnish ( finely chopped )
• Refined Oil: 4 tablespoon
• Tomato Ketchup, 2 tablespoon
• Soy Sauce: 1 Tablespoon

 

 

HOW TO COOK

• HEAT THE OIL

Take a large pan, add 4 tablespoon of oil into it and heat it on high flame.

• COOK THE VEGETABLES FOR EGG SHAKSHUKA

Now add finely chopped onions and Bell peppers to it and fry them until it get soft and translucent, Cook it for about 5–7 minutes. After that, add the ginger-garlic paste and fry them until the raw smell goes away.

• ADD TOMATOES AND OTHER SPICES

After the oil gets separated from the mixture, add roughly chopped tomatoes, which are the main ingredient of the gravy. Then add salt, black paper, coriander powder, cumin powder, and chili powder, mix them well with the gravy, and cook until the tomato gets soft and becomes a thick gravy. little water can be added if needed, and bring the water to a boil.

• MAKE HOLES FOR THE EGGS

Take a spoon and make four small holes in the gravy for the eggs. Now crack those eggs into each hole. Sprinkle some salt and black pepper powder on top of each egg.

• COOK THE EGGS

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and cook the eggs until they become set as per your liking. It usually takes about 5–8 minutes.

• GARNISH AND SERVE EGG SHAKSHUKA

Once the eggs are cooked, turn off the heat and remove the cover of the pan. Now sprinkle some fresh, finely chopped coriander leaves on top. Serve the yummy, hot Egg Shakshuka with crispy bread, roti, or anything else as per your choice.

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ADVANTAGES OF THE DISH

• NUTRITIONAL VALUE: The recipe is rich in protein as it contains eggs and is full of vitamins and antioxidants from tomatoes and bell peppers. Overall, it’s a balanced meal with healthy fats, proteins, and carbohydrates.

 

• EASE TO PREPARE: Egg Shakshuka is an easy one-pan dish which is comparatively easy to prepare, making it an appropriate option for a quick, delicious meal.

 

• VERSATILITY: Egg Shakshuka recipe can be easily customized with some additional ingredients as per your choice, like spinach, feta cheese, or chickpeas, for different tastes and dietary preferences.

 

• BUDGET FRIENDLY: Egg Shakshuka made with very simple and affordable ingredients, which makes it an economical choice for meals.

 

• FLAVORFUL: In this recipe, there is a beautiful combination of spices, tomatoes, ginger-garlic and onions, which creates a rich and flavorful base that combines the taste of egg, resulting in a satisfying and yummy dish.

 

• SUITABLE FOR ANY MEAL: Egg Shakshuka can be enjoyed any time of the day; it can be eaten for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner, making it a versatile option with anything to eat.

 

• CULTURAL EXPERIENCE: Making Egg Shakshuka and eating it allows you gather a different experience of a traditional dish from Middle Eastern and North African cuisine, adding varieties to your range of recipes and cooking techniques.

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