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    Easy Shakshuka

    Apr 6, 2022 · 18 Comments

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    This post has been sponsored by Mina® Taste Morocco. All opinions expressed are my own.

    A few months back, I prepared a Moroccan Tomato Salad, which ended up being a hit not only with my family, but you my dear readers as well. Today, we’re preparing another staple of Moroccan cuisine – Shakshuka, and we’ll be doing so with a little from our new friends over at Mina, but more on them in just minute.

    Why You’ll Love Today’s Shakshuka

    1) One Pan Meal. Similar to something like my Provencal Sausage and Potatoes, today’s shakshuka is a meal unto itself, being simple to make, satisfying, and delicious. It’s a meal unto itself.

    2) Any Time of Day. Probably one of my favorite things about shakshuka is that it can be enjoyed any time of day – as breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even as a snack somewhere in between. Pair it alongside something like homemade flatbreads or a crusty artisan loaf, and you’re set.

    3) All Year Round. In addition to being able to be served at any time of day, it can also be served year-round. It’s hardy and warming in the winter, but light enough to serve as a satisfying meal during the warmer months, meaning this is a recipe that you keep in the back of your mind for ‘whenever’ you like.

    4) Couldn’t be Simpler. Today’s recipe is the epitome of ‘newbie friendly,’ being perfect for those just starting off on their home cooking journey, while also allowing plenty of room for improvisation and ‘fancying up’ for the veteran home chefs among us.

    Ingredient Notes and Tips

    1) Mina Shakshuka Moroccan Tomato Sauce. Originating in the Maghreb region of Ottoman-controlled North Africa in the mid-16th century, shakshuka has been a staple recipe of the region, especially in Morocco, for centuries. Traditionally, the main ingredients in the red sauce portion of shakshuka are olive oil, harissa, and tomatoes, with seasonings and various other ingredients, such as sliced olives, peppers, onions, scallions, avocado, or cheese (feta is a popular choice), being added, removed, or emphasized. Cumin, paprika, and cayenne are the most popular seasonings – but again, this can vary. All of that said, making authentic shakshuka from scratch can take upwards of an hour, between slicing, dicing, and sautéing, but Shakshuka from Mina cuts out the bulk of the process, reducing the time to just minutes. Mina Shakshuka sauce features ripe tomatoes, roasted peppers, onion, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil, along with a blend of herbs, and six Moroccan spices. In addition to being a rich, delicious shakshuka, Mina shakshuka sauce is non-GMO Project Verified, All Natural, vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, dairy-free, and Kosher, along with featuring no sugar, preservatives, artificial colors or flavoring. That means not only does Mina provide a great tasting, authentic shakshuka sauce, but it’s a sauce you can feel good about eating.

    2) Mina Extra Virgin Olive Oil. I’ve written here many times that quality olive oil becomes ‘especially’ important in recipes where the olive oil is being consumed raw, as this is where the tiny nuances and delicate textures that define quality olive oil come to the forefront. Obviously, salad dressing in one such case – and that’s why we’re using Mina’s Single Origine Moroccan Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Mina are pioneers in the single origin movement, with the olives used to make their oil coming from a single family-owned farm in Morocco, with traceability down to the tree. As such, Mina olive oil is always 100% Moroccan, and never blended. As a nice bonus, Mina’s olive oil is all-natural, non-GMO Project Verified, vegan, Kosher, gluten-free, soy-free, dairy-free, and features no added sugar, preservatives, or artificial color or flavors.

    3) Harissa. It is all but impossible to talk about Moroccan cooking without talking about harissa – the red pepper sauce that forms the very heart of this this North African cuisine. What I love about Mina’s Harissa is that it is made from just six simply ingredients – those being red chile peppers, red bell pepper, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, vinegar and salt. That’s it, delicious simplicity. Aside from serving as an ingredient in recipes such as today’s, harissa is also great as a dip, sauce, or spread. Mina’s harissa is made with only natural ingredients, is non-GMO Project Verified, and features no sugar, preservatives, or artificial flavors.

    Pairing Today’s Shakshuka

    1) Moroccan Tomato Salad. A surprise hit with my family, this Moroccan tomato salad is so simple, and yet so delicious, that it instantly won a place in my heart. Also, it pairs delicious with all manner of summer food, from BBQ to souvlaki to fish to today’s shakshuka.

    2) Flatbreads. These are staple in my home. I use these for tacos, as wraps, ‘table bread,’ and for dipping with spreads and antipasto platters. They are so versatile and easy to make, that I can sincerely say this is one recipe every home cook should have in their repertoire. For today’s recipe, they would work great for either wrapping the eggs up in, or simply dipping in the sauce.

    3) Charcuterie. If serving this shakshuka for dinner, a lush charcuterie board would pair deliciously, such as the one I prepared here. Dried and fresh fruit, such as apricots and grapes, along with either homemade crostini or the flatbreads I mentioned above, garlic butter, along with cured meats such as salame calabrese, panino al salame, coppa Italiana, prosciutto Italiano, would all pair excellently.

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    • Author: Living the Gourmet
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 10 minutes
    • Total Time: 15 minutes
    • Yield: 4 servings 1x
    • Category: Breakfast
    • Cuisine: Moroccan

    Ingredients

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    • 1 (16 oz.) jar of Mina Shakshuka Moroccan Tomato Sauce
    • 4 eggs
    • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
    • 1/2 avocado, sliced
    • Feta cheese, for topping

    Instructions

    • In a medium cast iron, pour the Mina Shakshuka Moroccan Tomato Sauce and bring to a simmer.
    • Once simmering, crack 4 eggs on top. Cook uncovered for 2 minutes then cover and cook for an additional 1 minute or until egg whites are set and yolk is slightly runny.
      Garnish with fresh chopped parsley (or cilantro) and garnish with avocado and crumbled feta.
    • Best served hot alongside crusty bread.  Enjoy!

    Keywords: shakshuka, moroccan, tomato sauce, breakfast, brunch

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    Comments

    1. Heather says

      07/04/2022 at 12:30 am

      You had me at easy. I can’t wait to try this shakshuka recipe. It looks so delicious!

      Reply
    2. Eileen M Loya says

      07/04/2022 at 5:15 am

      I have never tried shakshuka and this is a really interesting recipe I must try making for the family. I love that it is a meal in itself, and quite easy to make. I will have to find out where I can get Mina Shakshuka Moroccan Tomato Sauce though. Hopefully we have that in our local supermarket. If not, I will have to check online.

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      • Living the Gourmet says

        07/04/2022 at 3:36 pm

        Dear Eileen, Thank you for stopping by! You can find Mina Shakshuka Moroccan Tomato Sauce and all their delicious products on their website linked within the post. I hope this helps and I hope you try it soon! Cheers!

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    3. Rhian Westbury says

      07/04/2022 at 2:23 pm

      I do love a good shakshuka, although I don’t think I’ve ever made one myself at home which needs to change.I do also love a good one pot/ pan meal x

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    4. DAVID J MYERS says

      07/04/2022 at 4:39 pm

      Catherine, Couldn’t be a much easier recipe! The eggs add body and flavor and I love the feta cheese used to top and compliment this dish! Take Care, Big Daddy Dave

      Reply
    5. Yeah Lifestyle says

      07/04/2022 at 7:42 pm

      I absolutely love Shakshuka and this is one of my favourite breakfast meals, I can’t wait to make this with Mina’s tomato sauce at home since I have the recipe

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    6. Kat says

      08/04/2022 at 12:58 am

      oh wow! this recipe looks really delish! and i love how you took the photo. perfectly taken and really looks mouthwatering. thanks for sharing this.

      Reply
    7. Rosey says

      08/04/2022 at 10:45 am

      It does look hearty and comforting. I’m sure my grown kids would love this meal!

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    8. Gloria says

      11/04/2022 at 4:26 pm

      We often have eggs for dinner. This shakshuka recipe is perfect. Love the spice profile here. I would love digging into this right now.

      ★★★★★

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    9. Annie says

      11/04/2022 at 4:31 pm

      This sounds like such an easy recipe to make! I’ve seen the sauce at my grocery store but never thought to try it. I’ll definitely be buying it now to try this recipe!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    10. Bernice says

      12/04/2022 at 12:03 am

      ohhhh, those flavours have me drooling! Love Moroccan cooking and I definitely don’t do enough of it. I could eat these eggs for breakfast lunch and dinner!

      Reply
    11. Raksha says

      12/04/2022 at 9:34 am

      I am just going to get some Mina Shakshuka Moroccan Tomato Sauce and prepare this delicious recipe. Would love to have it with bread for dinner. Thanks for sharing this awesome recipe.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    12. Kathryn says

      12/04/2022 at 1:20 pm

      This looks so delicious and easy to make for brunch. I’ve never tried this so I’m excited to give it a try. Thanks for sharing!

      ★★★★★

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    13. Lauren Michael Harris says

      12/04/2022 at 2:48 pm

      I did not even know there were sauces you could buy to make shakshuka. I’ve always wanted to try it – I’m going to have to look for these now!

      Reply
    14. Kayla DiMaggio says

      12/04/2022 at 3:14 pm

      I loved how easy this shakshuka recipe was! It was something that the whole family loved!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    15. Denise says

      15/04/2022 at 12:42 pm

      Oh I love the flavors of Moroccan food….I have to find this sauce! I made this without it and it was still totally delicious!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    16. Marie says

      15/04/2022 at 5:39 pm

      Shakshuka is my favorite brunch dish! How amazingly handy that you get to use this ready-made sauce to make it in a snap. I don’t think I’ll find this brand where I am, but this makes me realize I could make a large batch of flavored tomato sauce and freeze in portions for future shakshukas. Genius!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    17. Jenny says

      18/04/2022 at 8:59 am

      This shakshuka came out delicious. The ingredients were all in my pantry, which made it so easy. Your instructions were perfect. Will make it again for sure.

      ★★★★★

      Reply

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