Monday, July 27, 2009

Shakshuka – Poached eggs on vegetables

Shakshuka is an Israeli egg and tomato dish.  

Very simple and easy to make, all you need are eggs and tomatoes.  

You can incorporate other vegetables if you like, onions and peppers are a tasty addition.  

To simplify the recipe below, use only tomatoes.  

Use one small to medium onion and 2 tomatoes for every 2-3 eggs.  The idea here is to cover the bottom of the pan with vegetables so the eggs rest on them while cooking.  Slice onions and tomatoes thinly and you may also add peppers ( red/green ).  Sautee over med high heat adding water to prevent sticking.  Add 1 tsp of cumin and hungarian paprika (the sweet kind).  Use salt, chili peppers and cayenne pepper to taste.  When vegetables have softened crack the eggs on top and cover.  Reduce heat to med-low until eggs are ready (about 5-10 min).  

To shorten the time, add the eggs into the vegetables after they have started to cook, add the seasonings and toss with a fork to scramble the lot.  When done serve with hot sauce and Grains plus sprinkled on top!

Enjoy.

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