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shakshuka eggs with smoked paprika

9 March, 2017

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Shakshuka eggs in a sweet, smoky sauce made of tomatoes, onions, peppers, aubergine and subtly spiced with smoked paprika, cumin & chilli.

Shakshuka eggs is a really delicious brunch dish and as anyone who knows us, or reads our blog knows, we enjoy a good brunch!

Brunch for Michelle and I almost always contains fresh eggs from Michelle’s chooks and this dish is no exception.

Our shakshuka eggs are popular as they are a relatively inexpensive dish to cook. Shakshuka is a great way to use up leftover bits and pieces of vegetables that you might have in the fridge.

Furthermore, whilst a great brunch dish, we happily enjoy shakshuka for both lunch and dinner also. Add a dressed green salad if you want to add a little extra to the dish!

Where does shakshuka originate?

Shakshuka is a dish originating in North East Africa in the Tunisian/Libyan region, as is believed to have been brought to Israel by Tunisian Jews. However, some historians believe that shakshuka originated in Yemen.

Wherever its origins, this dish is popular across North Africa and also in the Middle East, with dishes varying a little across the different countries.

Shakshuka eggs are traditionally served in a cast iron pan, or in Morocco a tajine.

How to make shakshuka – recipe steps:

Sliced onions and peppers with diced aubergine ready to cook down as a base for adding eggs for a baked dinner.
Pour the olive oil into a non-stick frying pan . Add the onions and peppers to the pan and saute for 5 minutes. Now add in the garlic and aubergine and continue to saute for a further minute.
Peppers, onions and aubergines cooking in a fry pan with spices and tomatoes.
Add the smoked paprika and cumin to the vegetables and continue to cook for a few minutes over a medium heat until all the vegetables has softened.
Now add in the tinned tomatoes along with water, bayleaf, salt and sugar. Lower the heat on the hob and simmer gently for 20 minutes. You want a thick consistency but not too dry!
Eggs added to cooked spicy vegetables to bake for a perfect brunch dish.
Split the mixture between 4 small pans, cast iron ones work best if you have these. Make a well in the centre of the vegetables and crack the egg into it. Season the egg with salt and black pepper.
Cover the pan with a lid and with the heat on low, cook for 10-12 minutes until the egg is cooked through.
Shakshuska topped with fresh coriander before serving.
Sprinkle over some crumbled cheese, paprika flakes, fresh herbs and a spoonful of thick Greek yogurt and serve immediately.

Recipe ingredients and substitutions:

  • Vegetables: we have used a combination of peppers, onion, aubergine and garlic in our shakshuka eggs, as that is how we enjoy this dish. However, you can add any vegetables that you wish, courgette, mushrooms, sweet potato and butternut squash could all be substituted into this dish.
  • Spices: this dish is flavoured with hot smoked paprika and cumin. However, if you don’t want too much heat, simply swap the hot smoked paprika for some sweet smoked paprika instead.
  • Lancashire cheese: is crumbled over the top of this dish and adds a nice hint of creamy saltiness. You could also use feta cheese or Wensleydale.
  • Herbs: we have used chopped flat leaf parsley and coriander leaf to garnish the top of this dish and to add a lovely fresh, herbal flavour. However, if there is a herb you don’t enjoy then simply leave it out.
  • Paprika flakes: are a new addition to our spice racks and perfect to add a hit of smokiness to a dish, we like to use it in much the same way you would a crack of black pepper to finish a dish. However, do not worry if you don’t have these, you can simply leave this off the dish!

Hints & Tips:

  1. Can you reheat shakshuka eggs? Technically yes, however you will overcook the egg doing this. The joy of eating this baked egg dish is that you enjoy it fresh, where the runny yolk with ooze over the spicy vegetables! This dish is best served fresh!
  2. For added creaminess to this baked eggs shakshuka dish, top with a spoon of thick Greek yogurt.
  3. If you want to add something extra to this dish, add some warm pitta breads, a slice of crusty bread or toasted bread – perfect to dip into that runny egg yolk!
  4. Smoked paprika is a fantastic spice and one used a lot by us both in our cooking. Our kitchens are never without La Chinata smoked paprika, both the sweet and hot varieties.
  5. If you don’t have a cast iron pan, please don’t worry. Simply use a small frying pan instead.

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Shakshuka Eggs

Fresh eggs poached in a smoky tomato sauce with onion, peppers and aubergine that’s gently spiced with cumin and chilli. 
 
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Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 243kcal
Author: Michelle Rolfe

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion (sliced)
  • 2 peppers (sliced)
  • 1/2 aubergine (cubed)
  • 4-5 cloves garlic (crushed)
  • 2 tsp hot smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 400 g tin chopped tomatoes
  • 200 ml water
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • black pepper
  • 1.5 tsp salt
  • 80 g lancashire cheese (or other crumbly cheese such as feta, wensleydale)
  • sprinkle of La Chinata Smoked Paprika Flakes
  • 1 tbsp chopped flat leaf parsley
  • 1 tbsp chopped coriander leaf

Instructions

  • Place the olive oil in a large non stick frying pan over a medium heat, add the onion and peppers and saute for 5 minutes until starting to soften. Add in the garlic and aubergine and continue to fry for the further minute.
  • Add the smoked paprika and cumin to the vegetables and continue to cook for a few minutes over a medium heat until the vegetables have become soft.
  • Add the tinned tomatoes along with the water, bayleaves, salt and sugar, lower the heat and simmer for 20 minutes. You want a thick consistency but do not dry out.
  • Split the mixture between 4 small pans, make a small well in the middle and crack an egg into each pan and season with black pepper. With the heat on low, cover each pan and cook for 10-12 minutes until the egg is cooked through.
  • Sprinkle over the crumbled cheese, some paprika flakes and fresh herbs. Serve immediately.

Notes

We have used hot smoked paprika, and hot paprika smoked flakes but you may prefer to use sweet smoked paprika instead.
Feel free to experiment and use whatever herbs and spices you have to hand and that you enjoy.
Nutrition Facts
Shakshuka Eggs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 243 Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Cholesterol 184mg61%
Sodium 1187mg52%
Potassium 595mg17%
Carbohydrates 17g6%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 9g10%
Protein 12g24%
Vitamin A 1220IU24%
Vitamin C 62.6mg76%
Calcium 216mg22%
Iron 3.1mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

• Please note that the nutrition information provided above is approximate and meant as a guideline only •

Course : Brunch, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine : Mediterranean
Keyword : Brunch, Eggs, Onepot
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Comments

  1. alisa moore

    29 April, 2017 at 22:40

    The Smoked Paprika Mixed Gift Set as we use both hot and sweet, but would love to try the smoked olive oil most though.

    Reply
  2. Emma Davison

    29 April, 2017 at 11:27

    The hot fix set

    Reply
  3. Rebecca Miller

    29 April, 2017 at 10:30

    I’d go with the mixed set. Me and hubby love spice. But the kids not so much. So everyone’s a winner!

    Reply
  4. Clare Davies

    28 April, 2017 at 21:20

    smoked paprika set sounds fab! 🙂 x

    Reply
  5. Victoria Morris

    28 April, 2017 at 21:15

    I’d go for the mixed set as I love spice but other half doesn’t 🙂

    Reply
  6. Amelia Ryan

    28 April, 2017 at 12:41

    I would like to win the Smoked Paprika Hot Fix because I love spicy food

    Reply
  7. Adam Rhodes

    28 April, 2017 at 11:23

    I’d love the hot set, to spice up my breakfast scrambled eggs.

    Reply
  8. Vanessa F

    28 April, 2017 at 06:32

    I’d love the Smoked Paprika Hot Fix, because I love paprika and I love hot things.

    Reply
  9. jamie millard

    27 April, 2017 at 21:44

    they all sound ace but i like it hot so would choose that one

    Reply
  10. Farqualar

    25 April, 2017 at 21:29

    I like the look of the sweet one, any excuse to try some random cooking.

    Reply
  11. Rich Tyler

    21 April, 2017 at 00:12

    Smoked Paprika Mixed Gift Set so i can experiment

    Reply
  12. Gillian Hutchison

    17 April, 2017 at 20:23

    Smoked paprika mixed gift set although the hot fix is also tempting. Pity no one else in my house like hot!

    Reply
  13. jacqui bellefontaine

    17 April, 2017 at 15:12

    I use smoked paprika a fair bit but I have never tried smoked olive oil, sounds very interesting.Good luck with the Giveaway Im doing my first one over on Recipes Made Easy, so do pop over and enter if you have a moment.

    Also I will be guest hosting #CookBlogShare so I do hope you will pop over and share another recipe next week.

    Jacqui x

    Reply
    • Michelle

      18 April, 2017 at 17:05

      Thanks Jacqui – will make sure I pop over to your blog too! Thanks for the comment and I agree the smoked olive oil sounds interesting, I am thinking I need to buy myself a bottle to experiment! Good luck with your giveaway and I’ll be over to link up to the #CookBlogShare soon this week!

      Cheers
      Michelle x

      Reply
  14. Katy Malkin

    14 April, 2017 at 20:41

    The mixed gift set. I want to try them all out!

    Reply
  15. Sian Budgen

    14 April, 2017 at 09:03

    I’d love the mixed set so I can try a bit of everything

    Reply
  16. Eb Gargano / easypeasyfoodie.com

    11 April, 2017 at 12:04

    Oh I love paprika – especially the smoked kind! A friend of mine gave me a massive tin from a trip to Spain last year and despite the fact I put paprika in practically everything I am still working my way through it!! Not that I’m complaining. This recipe looks fab and I bet it must taste amazing with fresh eggs from your own hens. Thanks for linking up to #CookBlogShare 🙂 Eb x

    Reply
    • Michelle

      12 April, 2017 at 10:46

      Thanks Eb, have to say this is one of my favourite go to lunches or comfort dinners too! And like you I think I add smoked paprika to everything. I love the flakes as they are a perfect hit of spice just to finish a dish! Thanks for the comment and look forward to linking up in the future with #CookBlogShare I’ve already found some great new blogs to read. Cheers Michelle 🙂 x

      Reply
  17. Jennifer Gardner

    8 April, 2017 at 16:05

    The smoked paprika mixed set.

    Reply
  18. Jade Hewlett

    7 April, 2017 at 14:15

    The mixed gift set sounds good as they all look so nice to try

    Reply
  19. kRIS

    6 April, 2017 at 11:33

    Smoked paprika because i use it often in cooking

    Reply
  20. Iris W

    5 April, 2017 at 20:36

    All of them look great but I would choose the Smoked Paprika Sweet Fix

    Reply
  21. Laura Jeffs

    5 April, 2017 at 08:58

    I would choose the Smoked Paprika Sweet Fix , as I do love this variety

    Reply
    • Lesley

      5 April, 2017 at 16:43

      Laura the sweet smoked paprika is really versatile, I use it all the time in my cooking.

      Reply
  22. Cherry Edwards

    5 April, 2017 at 07:47

    I would love the smoked paprika sweet fix the most, because I love smoked paprika but I’m not so keen on really spicy hot foods so the sweet would be just perfect for me to use.

    Reply
    • Lesley

      5 April, 2017 at 16:42

      Cherry great choice, the sweet paprika is a favourite of mine!

      Reply
  23. Farhana Chowdhury

    3 April, 2017 at 20:57

    Everyone in the family has a different heat threshold so The Smoked Paprika Mixed Gift Set would be my the best option

    Reply
    • Lesley

      4 April, 2017 at 15:11

      Farhana, the mixed gift set looks great, something for everyone!

      Reply
  24. Barbara Knight

    3 April, 2017 at 19:47

    Any would be great, but I would probably choose the mixed set just for its versatility.

    Reply
    • Lesley

      4 April, 2017 at 15:10

      Barbara I would be hard pushed to choose myself, they are all lovely sets.

      Reply
  25. Jade Adams

    3 April, 2017 at 15:08

    I’d love to win them for my Wife. She only just started cooking shakshuka as a lean in 15 recipe and loves it. I’ll be sure to pass your recipe on!

    Reply
    • Lesley

      4 April, 2017 at 15:10

      Thank you Jade, I have to say we love Shakshuka – quick to prepare but packed full of flavour.

      Reply
  26. Lisa Parker

    3 April, 2017 at 12:22

    The Smoked Paprika Mixed Gift Set would be my prefence as it would suit my whole family, as we all have difference tastes when it comes to spicy foods and seasonings x

    Reply
    • Lesley

      4 April, 2017 at 15:33

      Lisa my family are the same, the kids love the sweet smoked paprika, but my husband and I always add the hot paprika for a kick of spice!

      Reply
  27. Eleanor Beavan

    3 April, 2017 at 11:24

    I would love to win the mixed set as I love hot but my partner likes sweet so it would be perfect to have a mixture. There are so many things I would love to make using them, thank you for a great giveaway.

    Reply
    • Lesley

      4 April, 2017 at 15:31

      Thank you Eleanor, we love using these spices and are happy to share as part of our Birthday giveaways.

      Reply
  28. Sarah Rees

    3 April, 2017 at 11:11

    I would like to try the mixed set to try them all – they look great

    Reply
    • Lesley

      4 April, 2017 at 15:30

      Sarah I use these spices all the time and they are really good!

      Reply
  29. Lucy Major

    3 April, 2017 at 09:44

    I’d like the mixed one 🙂 or the sweet one. It’s hard to choose!

    Reply
    • Lesley

      4 April, 2017 at 15:29

      I’m much the same Lucy, too much to choose from!

      Reply
  30. Evelyn Johnston

    3 April, 2017 at 09:32

    I like it hot and spicy so its the Smoked Paprika Hot Fix for me

    Reply
    • Lesley

      4 April, 2017 at 15:29

      Evelyn I love all the sets myself, but like you I love a hit of heat!

      Reply
  31. Nora K

    3 April, 2017 at 09:02

    I would love to try the Smoked Paprika Mixed Gift Set. I love smoked paprika so would love a chance to try all the types. Never knew you could get sweet smoked paprika.

    Reply
    • Lesley

      4 April, 2017 at 15:27

      Nora sweet smoked paprika is lovely, I use it all the time for a smoky warmth without the heat!

      Reply
  32. Tom D

    3 April, 2017 at 08:51

    They all look fantastic, but i think the mixed paprika gift set would be the most useful.

    Reply
    • Lesley

      4 April, 2017 at 15:26

      Tom I do like the mixed set, a bit of everything.

      Reply
  33. Lisa Pope

    3 April, 2017 at 08:30

    The Smoked Paprika Mixed Gift Set., so I could try a bit of everything.

    Reply
    • Lesley

      4 April, 2017 at 15:26

      Lisa I like the mixed set too, try a bit of everything.

      Reply
  34. Amy Wright

    3 April, 2017 at 08:22

    I would love the Smoked Paprika Sweet Fix 🙂 yummy!!!

    Reply
    • Lesley

      3 April, 2017 at 12:31

      It is my go to spice when I want to lift a dish!

      Reply
  35. Sarah Mackay

    3 April, 2017 at 07:32

    Smoked Paprika Mixed Gift Set as then I could try a bit of everything

    Reply
    • Lesley

      3 April, 2017 at 12:30

      I like the mixed set too, a little bit of everything.

      Reply
  36. Hassni Malik

    3 April, 2017 at 07:15

    The Smoked Paprika Mixed Gift Set.

    Reply
    • Lesley

      3 April, 2017 at 12:30

      I like the mixed set also, a bit of everything.

      Reply
  37. Mariel Pereira

    3 April, 2017 at 06:23

    Smoked paprika adds a heavenly touch to a lot of dishes!

    Reply
    • Lesley

      3 April, 2017 at 12:30

      Heavenly indeed, my go to spice!

      Reply
  38. Kristie Metcalfe

    3 April, 2017 at 02:28

    Smoked Paprika Sweet. I cant handle things that are too hot but i love the flavour of paprika, so this would be great.

    Reply
    • Lesley

      3 April, 2017 at 12:29

      The smoked sweet paprika is lovely, I use it all the time.

      Reply
  39. Lee Ritson

    2 April, 2017 at 22:09

    The Smoked Paprika Mixed Gift Set so I can try the different types of paprika 🙂

    Reply
    • Lesley

      3 April, 2017 at 12:29

      The variety set looks really good.

      Reply
  40. Sofie

    2 April, 2017 at 21:43

    I’d love to try the Smoked Olive Oil set!

    Reply
    • Lesley

      3 April, 2017 at 12:28

      I agree, the smoked olive oil intrigues me!

      Reply
  41. Claire Willmer

    2 April, 2017 at 21:16

    How perfect i would love to win the smoked paprika mixed gift set as i use smoked paprika in so many dishes it has such a lovely taste and adds a great flavour and the smell is fantastic!

    Reply
    • Lesley

      3 April, 2017 at 12:28

      I agree smoked paprika is the one spice I couldn’t cook without!

      Reply
  42. Louise Smith

    2 April, 2017 at 21:09

    The Smoked Paprika Hot Fix please

    Reply
    • Lesley

      3 April, 2017 at 12:27

      If pushed to decide myself I’d always go for heat!

      Reply
  43. mari sutherland

    2 April, 2017 at 21:02

    Smoked Paprika Mixed Gift Set so I can try them all

    Reply
    • Lesley

      3 April, 2017 at 12:26

      Definitely good to try them all, such varying degrees of heat!

      Reply
  44. Ritchie

    2 April, 2017 at 20:33

    The Hot Fix – for making patatas bravas.

    Reply
    • Lesley

      3 April, 2017 at 12:25

      One of my favourite dishes to make, I love patatas bravas!

      Reply
  45. rebecca h

    2 April, 2017 at 20:30

    I’d love to win the smoked paprika mixed gift set! ooo many different dishes can be made with this and me and my husband like varying degrees of heat so this would be perfect! love the recipes!

    Reply
    • Lesley

      3 April, 2017 at 12:25

      Thank you, this recipe is a brunch dish I love. The mixed set is perfect, it allows you to get the heat just right!

      Reply
  46. Sharon

    1 April, 2017 at 21:45

    I’d really love to try out the mixed set or the olive oil, sound like a great twist to my paella dishes 🙂 x

    Reply
    • Lesley

      3 April, 2017 at 12:24

      I agree, we love paprika but are also intrigued with the smoked olive oil!

      Reply
  47. Kirsty

    22 March, 2017 at 16:49

    This looks amazing – everything tastes better with a bit of paprika!

    Reply
    • Michelle

      23 March, 2017 at 09:51

      HI Kirsty, I agree a touch of smoked paprika lifts any dish! Thats why we love the flakes, used like black pepper they left the dish with a hint of smoke and heat.

      Reply
  48. Natalie Crossan

    20 March, 2017 at 23:07

    Smoked Paprika Sweet Fix – i’m a sucker for paprika xx

    Reply
    • Michelle

      21 March, 2017 at 11:25

      I agree! I think smoked paprika would be the one spice I couldn’t live without!

      Reply
  49. Sarah Ann

    16 March, 2017 at 00:29

    They all look great but I’m intrigued by the smoked olive oil. I use a lot of olive oil cooking and I’d love to try it!

    Reply
    • Michelle

      18 March, 2017 at 09:43

      We too are intrigued by the smoked olive oil! Thanks for taking part!

      Reply
  50. Andrea Upton

    15 March, 2017 at 20:35

    They all look great, but I think I would like to win the mixed set, so I could try them all out!

    Reply
    • Michelle

      18 March, 2017 at 09:44

      I love my different types as it depends on the dish I am cooking and my mood!:-)

      Reply
  51. Donna S

    14 March, 2017 at 12:01

    The Smoked Paprika Sweet Fix for me, I love adding smoky flavour to my dishes

    Reply
    • Michelle

      18 March, 2017 at 09:45

      I do love the subtle smokiness in the La Chinata products, I just don’t find this balance in supermarket brands. Thanks for taking part!

      Reply
  52. Sam Rhodes

    13 March, 2017 at 20:22

    Smoked Paprika Sweet Fix – because i have a sweet tooth! they all look fab though x

    Reply
    • Michelle

      18 March, 2017 at 09:46

      They are all fab I must say and depending on the dish and how I’m feeling I switch between or even combine them! Thanks for taking part!

      Reply
  53. Donna Caldwell

    12 March, 2017 at 23:22

    I’d love the smoked paprika sweet fix it sounds perfect for me a little heat and some sweetness perfect

    Reply
    • Michelle

      18 March, 2017 at 09:38

      The sweet is lovely, a balance of smoke, subtle heat and sweetness! Thanks for joining in! 🙂

      Reply
  54. Natalie White

    12 March, 2017 at 19:43

    The mixed gift set I think, although they all look gorgeous! 🙂 It’s either that or the sweet one as the thought is making my mouth water!

    Reply
    • Michelle

      18 March, 2017 at 09:39

      The gift set is lovely! Perfect to give as a gift or a gift to yourself!:-)

      Reply

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