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Tunisian Shakshuka
  • 20 MINUTES COOK TIME
  • 30 MINUTES TOTAL TIME
PHOTO BY LAURA HEINEMAN
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Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp cilantro
  • 1 Tbsp parsley
  • 1 onion
  • 4 tomato
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 lemon
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp coriander
  • 1 Tbsp Harissa
  • 1 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 eggs

Directions

Mise en place

  • Wash and dry cilantro, parsley, onion, tomato, bell pepper, and lemon.
  • Mince cilantro and parsley.
  • Dice onion, tomato, and bell pepper.
  • Cut the lemon in half and squeeze juice into a small bowl.
  • Peel and mince the garlic.
  • Measure out the ingredients.

Prepare the Vegetable Base

  • Place a medium sized skillet over low-medium heat and add oil.
  • Add garlic, onion, cumin, and coriander, allowing to cook until the onion has lightly browned.
  • Add bell pepper and cook until fragrant.
  • Add tomatoes, Harissa, tomato paste, paprika, and chili powder.
  • Sprinkle salt and pepper and add lemon juice.
  • Allow tomato mixture to simmer until the liquid has reduced, approximately 20 minutes.

Cook the Eggs

  • Create a circular mold with a spoon in the thickened tomato mixture.
  • Crack eggs into the circular molds.

Serve

  • Garnish with fresh cilantro and/or parsley.
  • Add lemon juice.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Recipe in Action

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  • 6 Servings
  • Difficulty: Intermediate
Click here for Nutrition Facts Nutrition Tip

Eggs are categorized as High Biological Value [HBV] protein foods, meaning they are very nutritious and contain all essential amino acids-the building blocks of protein!

Cultural Facts

Harissa is a traditional Tunisian hot chili pepper paste made using Tunisian Baklouti peppers that provide a depth in flavor.

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