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Spicy Scrambled Shakshuka

Spicy Scrambled Shakshuka

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Breakfast/Brunch
  • Method: Sautéing/Scrambling
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Spicy Scrambled Shakshuka combines a rich tomato and pepper base with soft scrambled eggs, infused with bold spices and garnished with fresh cilantro. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 1 large red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
  • 1 small hot pepper, sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 medium plum tomatoes, diced
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
  2. Add the sliced red bell pepper and hot pepper, cook until softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, sweet paprika, hot paprika, turmeric, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add diced tomatoes and simmer 10 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Crack eggs into a bowl, whisk lightly, and pour into the skillet. Gently stir to scramble eggs into the sauce, cooking until just set.
  6. Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro.
  7. Serve warm with crusty bread or pita.

Notes

  • Adjust the heat by removing seeds from the hot pepper or reducing red paprika.
  • Use ripe, juicy tomatoes for best results.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
  • Non-stick skillet is recommended to prevent sticking.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 430mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 185mg