Cookbook:Shakshuka II

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Shakshuka is a popular Middle Eastern dish with many variations. It is vegetarian-friendly.

Ingredients

For 2 servings:

• 1 whole yellow onion
• 2 Tbsp oil
• 4–5 plum tomatoes
• 2 eggs
• Bell pepper (red or green)
• 1 tsp basil or black pepper
• Cayenne pepper, paprika, and turmeric to taste

Equipment

• 1 frying pan
• 1 cutting board
• 1 kitchen knife

Procedure

1. Peel and chop the onion. Fry it in the oil until it turns translucent.
2. Chop the tomatoes and pepper, and add to the onion in the pan.
3. Add herbs and spices. Cover and let cook until the tomatoes are evenly cooked through (around 25 minutes on low heat).
4. With a wooden spoon, make two holes in the onion-tomato mix.
5. Break and pour each egg into its own hole. Cover and let cook until the eggs are firm (around 5 more minutes).
6. Serve with bread.

Notes, tips, and variations

Variations can include

• Tuna and garlic.
• Cheese on top
• Bread inside