**Shakshuka with Feta: A Journey Through Flavor and Simplicity**
Embark on a culinary adventure with shakshuka, a dish that captivates the senses with its vibrant colors, aromatic spices, and tantalizing flavors. Originating from North Africa, this traditional dish has become a beloved breakfast and brunch favorite worldwide. Join us as we explore the delightful simplicity of shakshuka with feta, a recipe that blends the richness of tomatoes, the creaminess of feta cheese, and the warmth of spices. Along the way, we'll also uncover variations of this versatile dish, each offering a unique twist on the classic. Whether you prefer a traditional shakshuka, a variation with bell peppers, or a delightful combination of spinach and feta, this article will guide you through the culinary journey of shakshuka, ensuring a flavorful and memorable experience.
SHAKSHUKA WITH FETA
Shakshuka may be at the apex of eggs-for-dinner recipes, though in Israel it is breakfast food, a bright, spicy start to the day with a pile of pita or challah served on the side. (It also makes excellent brunch or lunch food.) It's a one-skillet recipe of eggs baked in a tomato-red pepper sauce spiced with cumin, paprika and cayenne. First you make that sauce, which comes together fairly quickly on top of the stove, then you gently crack each of the eggs into the pan, nestling them into the sauce. The pan is moved into the oven to finish. Shakshuka originated in North Africa, and like many great dishes there are as many versions as there are cooks who have embraced it. This one strays from more traditional renditions by adding crumbled feta cheese, which softens into creamy nuggets in the oven's heat.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, weeknight, main course
Time 50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375 degrees. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-low. Add onion and bell pepper. Cook gently until very soft, about 20 minutes. Add garlic and cook until tender, 1 to 2 minutes; stir in cumin, paprika and cayenne, and cook 1 minute. Pour in tomatoes and season with 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; simmer until tomatoes have thickened, about 10 minutes. Taste and add more salt and pepper if needed. Stir in crumbled feta.
- Gently crack eggs into skillet over tomatoes. Season eggs with salt and pepper. Transfer skillet to oven and bake until eggs are just set, 7 to 10 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve with hot sauce.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 261, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 640 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SHAKSHUKA WITH FETA
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Heat the oil in a large (12-inch) ovenproof saute pan over medium heat. Add the onion, fennel, bell pepper, poblano pepper, and jalapeno pepper and cook over medium to medium-high heat for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and starting to brown. Stir in the garlic and paprika and cook for one minute. Add the diced tomatoes, strained tomatoes, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Bring to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer for 15 minutes, until the sauce thickens, stirring occasionally.
- Off the heat, carefully break the eggs, one at a time, into a small bowl and slide them onto the vegetable mixture. Crumble the feta around the eggs, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until the egg whites are firm but the yolks are still runny. Sprinkle with the parsley and serve from the pan with the pita bread.
SHAKSHUKA WITH FETA
Steps:
- Heat the oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add the onions and a pinch of salt and cook, stirring, until soft and translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the garlic, cumin, harissa, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, another good pinch of salt and a few turns of black pepper. Cook until it's all dreamy-smelly, another 2 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste, followed by the chopped tomatoes and sugar, and simmer until slightly thickened, 10 minutes more. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings.
- Make 8 little wells in the sauce and crack in the eggs. Simmer until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still runny, about 10 minutes. (You can either baste the eggs with sauce during cooking or just let them be in a sunny-side-up situation.) Off the heat, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle the eggs with a little salt and pepper. Scatter the feta and parsley over all.
FETA & ROASTED TOMATO SHAKSHUKA
Indulge in a moreish shakshuka for brunch or lunch, with roasted tomatoes, perfectly gooey eggs, and crisp, golden feta, halloumi and chunks of bread
Provided by Melek Erdal
Categories Breakfast, Brunch
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Arrange the tomatoes cut-side down in a roasting tin, drizzle with some olive oil and season. Roast for 20 mins. Set aside to cool.
- Meanwhile, cook the onions in a medium ovenproof frying pan with the 2 tsp olive oil over a medium heat until they start to caramelise, about 8 mins.
- Once the onions have softened, add the peppers and season with salt, pepper and the pul biber. Peel the skins from the roasted tomatoes, then add these to the pan of onions and peppers along with all the resting juices.
- Crush the tomatoes roughly with a wooden spoon and cook for 5 mins over a medium-high heat. Add the wild garlic or spinach and wilt for a minute, then remove from the heat. Tuck the bread pieces in amongst the mixture, then create three gaps for the eggs using the spoon. Crack the eggs into the gaps, crumble over the feta and grate over the halloumi. Drizzle with some extra olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of pul biber.
- Turn the oven down to 160C/140C fan/gas 3 and bake the shakshuka for 12-15 mins. The eggs should be cooked but runny in the middle, and the feta, halloumi and bread should be crisp and golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 10 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 13 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, Sodium 1 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- For a vegetarian version, omit the sausage and add more vegetables, such as diced bell peppers or zucchini. - If you don't have feta cheese, you can substitute another soft cheese, such as goat cheese or ricotta salata. - Serve shakshuka with pita bread, crusty bread, or rice. - To make shakshuka in advance, cook the sauce and vegetables according to the recipe. Then, let it cool completely and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat the sauce and vegetables over medium heat until warmed through. Then, crack the eggs into the sauce and cook according to the recipe. - Shakshuka is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables.Conclusion:
Shakshuka is a North African dish that has become popular all over the world. It's a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast or a hearty dinner, shakshuka is a great option. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavors, shakshuka is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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