Shakshuka Recipe with a South African twist

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.

Add olive oil to a pan and brown the South African sausage.

Add a bit of water to prevent sticking and deglaze the pan.

Set the browned sausage aside.

Add chopped onion and red peppers to the pan and mix well.

Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 2 grated tomatoes to the pan.

Stir in 1 tablespoon of tomato paste and mix until well incorporated.

Add spices: paprika, optional lamb ramp, 1 teaspoon of cumin, and black pepper.

Incorporate 3 tablespoons of chakalaka into the mixture.

Add the browned sausage back to the pan.

Make small pockets in the sauce and crack in 4 eggs.

Cover the pan and cook for about 2 minutes until eggs are set to your liking.

Garnish with parsley or coriander, and optionally sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.

Cooking Techniques

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