Shakshuka for One | Food Wishes

eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: eggs

Tofu is lower in cholesterol and can be a budget-friendly protein alternative.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is nutritious, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

Start by selecting a small pan, preferably a cast iron skillet.

Add 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil to the pan.

Arrange thickly sliced mushrooms in a single layer and sprinkle with salt.

Top the mushrooms with sliced red onions and mixed sliced bell peppers (red, Anaheim, jalapeno).

Sprinkle one more pinch of salt on top of the vegetables.

Place the pan on medium-high heat, or the highest heat setting without flames coming up around the pan.

Wait for the mushrooms to start sizzling in the olive oil, allowing moisture to be pulled out.

Once the mushrooms are browned, stir in the onions and peppers and cook for about 1 minute.

Add spices: ground cumin, smoked paprika, turmeric, dried oregano, freshly ground black pepper, and cayenne; toast for about 30 seconds.

Add tomato puree and a splash of water, stirring everything together until it comes to a simmer.

Taste the mixture and add a pinch of salt if necessary.

Stir in fresh cilantro and crumble in some feta cheese.

Make a well in the middle of the mixture and carefully crack in one large egg, sprinkling it with salt.

Cover the pan and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes, depending on how well done you want the egg.

Once the egg is cooked to your liking, remove from heat and garnish with more crumbled feta, Aleppo chili flakes, a drizzle of olive oil, and freshly torn cilantro leaves.

Serve with sliced bread for dipping.

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