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Easy Shakshuka

Eggs poached in a spiced tomato and pepper sauce. Scoop it up with warm bread.

YBy the Yetmos editors · Updated October 2026
Prep 10 min Cook 20 min Serves 4
Easy Shakshuka — illustration

Ingredients

Tick them off as you go. Quantities are for 4 servings.

Method

  1. BaseCook the onion and pepper in the oil in a deep skillet 6 minutes. Add the garlic and spices for 1 minute.

  2. SimmerAdd the tomatoes and 1 tsp salt and simmer 10 minutes until thickened.

  3. EggsMake six wells with a spoon and crack in the eggs. Cover and cook 5 to 7 minutes, until the whites are set and the yolks are still soft.

  4. ServeTop with feta and cilantro and serve straight from the pan with pita.

Editor’s tip. Cover the pan so the tops of the eggs steam. Lift the lid at 5 minutes and check the whites.

Nutrition per serving

280Calories
15 gProtein
24 gCarbs
16 gFat
5 gFiber

Approximate values calculated for the ingredients listed. They vary with brands and portion sizes; see our disclaimer.

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