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Algerian Shakshouka recipe

A simple, traditional Algerian summer dish made with poached eggs, sweet bell peppers, and ripe tomatoes cooked in extra virgin olive oil.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 أشخاص
Course: breakfast, main course
Cuisine: algerian, North African
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 2 green bell peppers sliced into thin strips
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced into thin strips
  • 4 large fresh tomatoes peeled and finely chopped
  • 4 fresh garlic cloves minced
  • 4 to 5 large fresh eggs
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste
  • Freshly chopped parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Sauté the Vegetables: Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a wide skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and bell peppers. Cook for 10 minutes until soft and caramelized.
  2. Make the Sauce: Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in chopped tomatoes, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cover and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.
  3. Add Eggs: Use a wooden spoon to create 4–5 small wells in the sauce. Gently crack 1 egg into each well.
  4. Poach to Perfection: Cover the skillet and cook on low heat for 5–7 minutes until the whites are set and yolks remain runny.
  5. Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot with warm homemade bread.

Notes

Bread Pairing: For the ultimate authentic experience, serve this Shakshouka hot with warm homemade Khobz Ed-Dar to dip into the rich sauce and egg yolks.
Spiced Option: If you prefer a bit of heat, add half a chopped hot chili pepper or ½ teaspoon of Harissa along with the garlic in Step 2.
Storage & Reheating: Shakshouka is best enjoyed fresh. However, you can make the tomato and pepper sauce base in advance and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Simply reheat the sauce in a skillet and crack fresh eggs when ready to serve!
📊 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories (السعرات الحرارية): 210 kcal
Carbohydrates (الكربوهيدرات): 11 g
Protein (البروتين): 9 g
Fat (الدهون): 15 g
Saturated Fat (الدهون المشبعة): 3 g
Cholesterol (الكوليسترول): 185 mg
Sodium (الصوديوم): 420 mg
Fiber (الألياف): 3 g
Sugar (السكر
يات): 6 g