Shakshuka

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
23%
Shakshuka
45 min.
4
355kcal

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Shakshuka is a vibrant and flavorful dish that has captured the hearts of food lovers worldwide. Originating from North Africa and popularized in Middle Eastern cuisine, this egg-based dish features a harmonious blend of tomatoes, spices, and vegetables that come together in a delightful medley. Whether you're looking for a nourishing lunch or a comforting dinner, Shakshuka is the perfect answer.

This vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free recipe is not only appealing to the taste buds but also packed with nutritional benefits. With each serving averaging around 355 calories, you can indulge in this savory dish without feeling guilty. It’s an excellent source of protein, and the rich combination of flavors from cumin, paprika, and a hint of jalapeño will excite your senses.

Making Shakshuka is a simple process that involves sautéing fresh vegetables and simmering them with crushed tomatoes, creating a luscious sauce for poached eggs to nestle in. The dish is not only visually stunning with its vibrant colors but also incredibly versatile—perfect for any meal of the day, whether served with crusty bread for dipping or on its own as a hearty main course.

Gather your loved ones around the table and experience the joy of sharing this nourishing dish together. From its aromatic spices to its satisfying texture, Shakshuka is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen!

Ingredients

  •  bay leaf 
  • 1.5 teaspoons pepper black freshly ground
  • 28 ounce canned tomatoes whole crushed peeled canned
  • tablespoons canola oil 
  • teaspoon ground caraway 
  •  eggs 
  •  garlic cloves finely chopped
  • large bell pepper green cored seeded chopped
  • tablespoon ground cumin 
  • tablespoon hungarian paprika sweet
  • large jalapeño chile cored seeded chopped
  • 1.5 tablespoons kosher salt 
  • 2.5 tablespoons sugar 
  • 0.5 bunch swiss chard stemmed chopped
  • 0.3 cup tomato paste 
  • medium onions yellow chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet.
  2. Add the onions and sauté over medium heat until translucent, 5 to 10 minutes.
  3. Add the bell peppers and jalapeño and cook just until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and tomato paste and sauté for another 2 minutes.
  4. Slowly pour in the tomatoes. Stir in the bay leaf, sugar, salt, paprika, cumin, pepper, and caraway and let the mixture simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Layer the Swiss chard leaves on top.
  6. Crack the eggs into the tomato mixture. Cover and simmer for approximately 10 minutes or until the whites of the eggs are no longer translucent.
  7. Excerpted from Balaboosta by Einat Admony (Artisan Books). Copyright © 201
  8. Photographs by Quentin Bacon.

Nutrition Facts

Calories355kcal
Protein17.2%
Fat48.58%
Carbs34.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
74.52
Glycemic Load
8.54
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
33.386086878569%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.56mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
2.03mg
Isorhamnetin
2.76mg
Kaempferol
2.59mg
Myricetin
1.32mg
Quercetin
14.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:355.05kcal
17.75%
Fat:20.13g
30.96%
Saturated Fat:3.72g
23.25%
Carbohydrates:31.9g
10.63%
Net Carbohydrates:25.65g
9.33%
Sugar:18.68g
20.75%
Cholesterol:327.36mg
109.12%
Sodium:3242.59mg
140.98%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.03g
32.07%
Vitamin K:333.33µg
317.45%
Vitamin C:76.36mg
92.56%
Vitamin A:4330.06IU
86.6%
Vitamin E:6.4mg
42.64%
Selenium:29.79µg
42.56%
Manganese:0.77mg
38.27%
Vitamin B2:0.64mg
37.4%
Vitamin B6:0.73mg
36.42%
Iron:6.54mg
36.32%
Potassium:1068.73mg
30.54%
Phosphorus:292.91mg
29.29%
Fiber:6.25g
25%
Magnesium:92.35mg
23.09%
Copper:0.44mg
21.78%
Folate:81.33µg
20.33%
Calcium:189.13mg
18.91%
Vitamin B5:1.88mg
18.76%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.19%
Vitamin B3:2.75mg
13.73%
Zinc:2.06mg
13.71%
Vitamin B12:0.78µg
13.05%
Vitamin D:1.76µg
11.73%
Source:Epicurious