Desi & Spicy Shakshuka Recipe | Poached Eggs in Tomato Sauce | How To Make Indian Style Shakshuka

eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu offers a plant-based option while chickpeas provide protein and texture.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley can substitute fresh herbs while dried herbs are more economical.

Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.

Add the finely chopped onions and cook for 5 minutes till the onions turn soft and translucent.

Add the finely chopped green chilli, ginger and garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes.

Add finely diced bell pepper and cook for 2 minutes.

Add turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder and garam masala. In low flame cook for a minute to toast the spices.

Add the tomato and salt and cook till mushy.

Add water and simmer for 5 minutes.

Make a small well in the sauce and drop an egg. Repeat with the rest of the eggs. Season the eggs with a little salt and black pepper.

Cover the pan and cook the eggs for 7-10 minutes, or to your liking.

Finally, garnish the Shakshuka with finely chopped cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

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