The Ultimate Shakshuka | Best Shakshuka Recipe | JOY of KOSHER

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.

Heat 2 teaspoons of extra virgin olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat.

Sauté onions for 5 to 7 minutes, or until they are medium brown.

Add eggplant and continue cooking for 5 to 7 minutes more, or until eggplant is browned on all sides and onions are dark brown and quite soft.

Add roasted red peppers, crushed red pepper, garlic, and tomato paste. Stir to coat veggies with tomato paste.

Add tomato purée, parsley, cumin, and coriander. Season with salt and pepper.

Gently crack eggs into pan on top of sauce and veggies. Season eggs with salt and pepper.

Sprinkle cheese over the pan, cover, and reduce heat to medium. Cook for 20 minutes, or until the eggs are set.

Garnish with Fried Olives and Garlic and a dollop with yogurt. Serve with pita, laffa, or your favorite flatbread.

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