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Chakchouka

Chakchouka

102 min · Serves 6 · By TheMealDB Import

  • High Protein
  • Low Carb
  • Tunisian
  • Miscellaneous
  • Dinner
  • Budget

Tunisian, Miscellaneous

Adapted from curiouscuisiniere.com

Ingredients

For 6 servings

  • 4 Tomatoes
  • 2 tbsOlive Oil
  • 1 DicedOnion
  • 1 slicedRed Pepper
  • 1 slicedGreen Pepper
  • 3 Cloves CrushedGarlic
  • 1 tspCumin
  • 1 tspPaprika
  • ¾ teaspoonSalt
  • ½ teaspoonChili Powder
  • 4 Eggs

Method

Prep 22 min · Cook 80 min

  1. 1In a large cast iron skillet or sauté pan with a lid, heat oil over medium high heat.
  2. 2Add the onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until softened.
  3. 3Add the peppers and garlic, and sauté for an additional 3-5 minutes.
  4. 4Add the tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and chili powder.
  5. 5Mix well and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  6. 6Reduce the heat to medium low and continue to simmer, uncovered, 10-15 minutes until the mixture has thickened to your desired consistency.
  7. 7(Taste the sauce at this point and adjust for salt and spice, as desired.) Using the back of a spoon, make four craters in the mixture, large enough to hold an egg.
  8. 8Crack one egg into each of the craters.
  9. 9Cover the skillet and simmer for 5-7 minutes, until the eggs have set.
  10. 10Serve immediately with crusty bread or pita.