Maple Shakshuka
Breakfast and Brunch / Hot Breakfast
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 red onions, peeled and finely sliced
- 2 red peppers, deseeded and sliced
- 2 yellow peppers, deseeded and sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp cayenne powder
- 2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp tomato purée
- 3 tins of chopped tomatoes
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup (preferably amber syrup for its rich taste)
- 6 eggs
For the garnish:
- Natural yoghurt
- Chopped coriander
Method
- In a large, pan heat olive oil. Cook onion, peppers and garlic until soft
- Add cumin, cayenne, smoked paprika and turmeric followed by tomato purée and cook together for 3 – 4 minutes
- Add tinned tomatoes and maple syrup, stir and bring to a simmer on low heat for 10 – 15 minutes
- Reduce heat and make six shallow wells with a spoon
- Carefully crack eggs into each well, keeping yolks whole. Increase heat and let eggs gently cook in tomatoes juices for about 10 minutes or until whites are no longer transparent
- Finish with natural yoghurt and freshly chopped coriander
A traditional tomato and egg dish enjoyed throughout the Middle East and Mediterranean – but with a maple-infused twist! This easy shakshuka recipe brings together fresh vegetables, herbs and spices to create an immensely rich and warming stew. Pure maple syrup adds a welcome splash of sweetness to the shakshuka.
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