Easy Shakshuka with Feta – One Skillet Wonder

There’s nothing more comforting than warm, spiced tomato sauce bubbling gently around perfectly poached eggs. This quick shakshuka recipe brings big flavor in just 30 minutes with ingredients you probably already have on hand.

🍅 What is Shakshuka?

A North African and Middle Eastern classic, shakshuka features eggs poached in a rich tomato and pepper sauce, often topped with herbs and cheese. It’s hearty, healthy, and made entirely in one pan.

🥘 Ingredients Overview

🔪 How to Make Shakshuka

1. Sauté Veggies: Cook onion and pepper in olive oil until soft.
2. Add Flavor: Stir in garlic, cumin, paprika, and red pepper flakes.
3. Simmer Sauce: Add tomatoes, break them up, and simmer until thickened.
4. Poach Eggs: Make wells, crack in eggs, cover, and cook until just set.
5. Finish & Serve: Top with feta and cilantro. Serve with crusty bread.

Cooking Tips:

• Use a wide, lidded pan for even egg cooking.
• Watch eggs closely—yolks should stay runny unless you prefer firm.
• Add herbs after cooking to keep them fresh and vibrant.

🌶️ Variations to Try

• Add Greens: Toss in spinach or kale.
• Add Protein: Include beans, sausage, or tofu.
• Change Cheese: Try goat cheese or grilled halloumi.
• Spice It Up: Drizzle with chili oil or top with fresh chiles.
• Serve Over Grains: Swap bread for quinoa or farro bowls.

🥖 What to Serve with Shakshuka

• Crusty bread or pita
• Warm naan or flatbread
• A side of herbed couscous

🍽️ Recipe Card

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1½ tsp each cumin & smoked paprika
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 (28 oz) can whole tomatoes
• Sea salt & black pepper
• 6 large eggs
• 3 oz crumbled feta
• Fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1. Sauté onion and pepper in oil for 5 mins. Add garlic and spices, cook 2 mins.
2. Add tomatoes, break them up, and simmer 5–10 mins until thick.
3. Make 6 wells in sauce, crack in eggs, sprinkle with half the feta.
4. Cover and cook 3–6 mins, depending on yolk preference.
5. Top with remaining feta and herbs. Serve warm with bread.

Enjoy this cozy dish for breakfast, brunch, or dinner—it’s always a hit!