Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 sausages, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 eggs
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet with lid
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced sausages and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
2. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and garlic. Cook until onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.
3. Add chopped red bell pepper and sliced mushrooms. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
4. Add can of diced tomatoes, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
5. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes.
6. Using a spoon, make 4 wells in the tomato mixture. Crack an egg into each well.
7. Cover skillet with lid and let cook until egg whites are set but yolks are still runny, about 10 minutes.
8. Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Medium-high heat for sausages and vegetables, low heat for simmering and cooking eggs.
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 300
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 20g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Sausages can be substituted with ground beef or turkey.
- Red bell pepper can be substituted with green bell pepper.
- Mushrooms can be substituted with zucchini or eggplant.
Variations:
- Add feta cheese on top for a tangy twist.
- Use different types of sausages for different flavors.
- Add chopped spinach for added nutrition.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to use a skillet with a lid to cook the eggs evenly.
- If you prefer your eggs cooked all the way through, cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve with crusty bread for dipping.
Storage instructions:
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat in a skillet over low heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve in individual bowls with a slice of crusty bread on the side.
Garnishes:
Sprinkle with fresh parsley or crumbled feta cheese.
Pairings:
Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
Suggested side dishes:
Crusty bread, roasted potatoes, or a side salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the eggs are not cooking evenly, try moving the skillet around on the stove to distribute the heat.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the sausages thoroughly before adding to the skillet.
Food history:
Shakshouka is a dish of eggs poached in a tomato-based sauce that originated in North Africa and is now popular in the Middle East.
Flavor profiles:
Savory, slightly spicy, and hearty.
Serving suggestions:
Serve for breakfast, brunch, or dinner.
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Region: Middle Eastern