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Feta Cheese Shakshuka
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4-6 large eggs
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes and season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer the sauce for 10-15 minutes, until it thickens slightly.
- Using a spoon, create small wells in the sauce and crack the eggs into the wells. Cover the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
- Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the eggs and sauce, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve the shakshuka directly from the skillet, with crusty bread or pita for dipping.
Shakshuka, a popular Middle Eastern and North African dish, has a rich history dating back to the Ottoman Empire. This flavorful and hearty dish is traditionally made with poached eggs in a spicy tomato and pepper sauce. The addition of feta cheese adds a creamy and tangy element to the dish, elevating its flavors to new heights. Some renowned chefs and restaurants, such as Yotam Ottolenghi and his eponymous restaurants, have popularized the use of feta in Shakshuka, adding their own unique twist to the classic recipe. The best version of this dish can be found in Israel, where it is a breakfast staple. The key to a perfect Shakshuka with feta lies in the balance of spices, the freshness of the tomatoes, and the creaminess of the feta cheese. While the traditional recipe calls for goat cheese, the use of feta provides a delicious alternative for those who prefer a bolder and saltier flavor profile.
35 min
4
320 calories
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