Eggs gently cooked in a rich, spiced tomato and pepper sauce, finished with fresh herbs for a warm and satisfying plate.
Shakshuka is bold, comforting, and made for scooping straight from the pan. The savoury tomato base brings depth and gentle heat, while the soft eggs add richness to every bite.
Pair it with toasted bread and enjoy it as a hearty breakfast, brunch, or easy meal any time of day.
Tomatoes, peppers, aromatics, and warming spices create the dish’s bold, savoury foundation.
The eggs are nestled directly into the tomato base so the whites set while the yolks can stay soft.
Crusty bread is a natural partner, perfect for catching the sauce, egg, and spices in every bite.
Shakshuka is a North African dish built around eggs cooked in a seasoned tomato-based sauce. Common versions include peppers, onion, garlic, chilli, cumin, or paprika, creating a sauce that is savoury, aromatic, and deeply comforting.
The dish is traditionally cooked and served in one pan. Once the sauce has thickened, small wells are made for the eggs, which cook gently in the sauce until they reach the desired doneness.
A simple combination of sauce, spices, eggs, and bread becomes a dish with plenty of character.
Letting the tomato base reduce concentrates the flavour and gives the eggs a thicker sauce to sit in.
Cumin, paprika, chilli, and garlic are common ways to bring warmth and depth without overpowering the eggs.
Shakshuka is popular at breakfast and brunch, but its hearty one-pan format makes it just as satisfying later in the day.
