The Best Arabic Dish You Know Nothing About - Shakshuka - Arabic, English and More Subtitles

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.

Preheat the skillet and melt the butter.

Add finely chopped onions and sauté until fried.

Add bell peppers and continue frying until softened.

Stir in minced garlic and spices: sugar, salt, chili powder, cumin, and sweet paprika.

Pour in preserved minced tomato puree and 2 teaspoons of tomato paste; let it boil.

Add chickpeas and let the mixture stew until it thickens for about 10-15 minutes.

Make small holes in the mixture and crack chicken eggs into them.

Cover the skillet and cook until the egg whites are set.

Grate hard cheese on top and let it melt slightly.

Garnish with parsley and serve with white bread.

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