Shakshuka Recipe (Eggs Poached in Spicy Tomato Pepper Sauce) | 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.

Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Add diced onion and sauté until soft.

Add sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture.

Stir in diced red bell peppers and jalapeno; cook until soft.

Add salt, cumin, paprika, turmeric, black pepper, and cayenne; cook until fragrant.

Stir in crushed tomatoes and water or broth; simmer until sauce thickens.

Make wells in the sauce and crack eggs into each well.

Cover and cook on the stove or transfer to a hot oven until eggs are set to your liking.

Garnish with crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley before serving.

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