Wednesday, February 10, 2021

Shakshuka

 Shakshuka with Crusty Bread if possible!

1 red pepper, diced
1/2 onion, diced
1 large can crushed tomatoes
6 eggs (can do 8)
4-6 oz fresh spinach
lemon juice
fresh parsley, basil or cilantro
diced green onions
parm or feta cheese

In a heavy skillet, cast iron preferred
1 - 2 TBSP Olive Oil
Sautee' red pepper and onion until soft
Squeeze half a lemon worth of juice and stir
Add crushed tomatoes; stir/cook until hot
Add spinach
1+ TBSP Turkish seasoning or use combo of these:
1 tsp each Garlic powder, Cumin, Pepper, Oregano, Paprika, 
opt 1/4 tsp of these Sumac and Cayenne
Turn heat down to med and allow to simmer 5 mins

Using spoon, "dig" a little well in the the sauce
Break egg into well. Leave whole or stir with a fork IN WELL to break up yolk
Do this 5-7 more times; allow to simmer another 10 mins
I usually cover with a piece of foil

Once eggs cooked, sprinkle with
chopped fresh herbs, gr onions, and the cheese

Serve alone or with crusty bread.



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