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One Pan Shakshuka (Eggs in Hell)

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This one-pan shakshuka is a hearty, saucy meal of eggs poached in a spiced tomato, pepper, potato, and onion sauce. Quick to make and full of flavor, it’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner with warm bread for scooping.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

2 tbsp vegetable oil

56 large eggs (at room temperature)

1 medium onion, diced

1/2 red bell pepper, diced

1 medium potato, diced

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 can (28 oz / 795 g) crushed tomatoes

1/2 tsp salt (more to taste)

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp sugar (optional)

1/2 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp ground cumin

Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish

Optional: sliced avocado, cheese (feta, Parmesan, mozzarella)

To serve: toasted bread, pita, or naan

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and potato; cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring often, until softened.
  2. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, sugar, paprika, and cumin. Mix well, then cover and simmer on low for 3–4 minutes.
  4. Make small wells in the sauce with a spoon and crack an egg into each well. Lightly season eggs with salt and pepper.
  5. Cover and cook on low 5–8 minutes, until whites are set and yolks reach desired doneness.
  6. Remove from heat. Top with cilantro or parsley, plus optional avocado or cheese. Serve immediately with bread for scooping.

Notes

  • Add spinach or kale with tomatoes for extra greens.
  • For more heat, use chili flakes, cayenne, or harissa.
  • Add chickpeas or white beans to make it heartier.
  • Use feta, goat cheese, or Parmesan for different flavors.
  • Make the sauce ahead; cook eggs fresh when serving.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (half the recipe, 2–3 eggs with sauce)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 820mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 465mg