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Shakshouka Toast with Eggs Recipe

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Shakshouka Toast with Eggs is a vibrant and flavorful breakfast or brunch dish featuring poached eggs in a spiced tomato and bell pepper sauce, served over toasted hearty bread. This recipe balances aromatic spices and fresh ingredients for a satisfying and hearty meal.

Ingredients

Base

  • 2 slices hearty bread, such as sourdough or whole wheat

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 medium bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Sauce

  • 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes, with juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Eggs and Garnish

  • 2 large eggs
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped, for garnish
  • Feta cheese, crumbled, optional, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Toast Bread: Toast bread slices until crisp to your preference and set aside.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and bell pepper; sauté for approximately 5 minutes until vegetables are soft.
  3. Add Spices and Garlic: Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and optional cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute until spices are fragrant.
  4. Simmer Sauce: Add diced tomatoes with their juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and flavors meld.
  5. Poach Eggs: With a spoon, make two wells in the sauce. Crack an egg into each well. Cover skillet and cook for 7 minutes until egg whites are set and yolks remain runny, or until desired doneness.
  6. Assemble and Serve: Arrange toasted bread on serving plates. Top with sauce and poached eggs. Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro, and add crumbled feta cheese if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • To make this dish vegan, skip eggs and feta; add firm tofu or chickpeas for protein.
  • Use gluten-free bread to adapt the recipe for gluten-free diets.
  • If you prefer firmer yolks, cook eggs a few minutes longer covered.
  • Substitute feta with goat cheese or omit cheese for dairy-free option.
  • Adjust cayenne pepper according to spice preference or omit for milder flavor.

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