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Shakshouka

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A traditional Tunisian dish featuring eggs poached in a spicy tomato and pepper sauce with vegetables.

Shakshouka

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⏱️ 30 min prep + 30 min cottura · 4 porzioni · facile

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Ingredients

  • 4 eggs
  • 2 onions
  • 2 ripe tomatoes
  • 1 zucchini
  • 1 chili pepper
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon of chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon of salt
  • 1 tablespoon of sugar
  • 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar
  • 1 red onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon of saffron powder

Method

  1. Clean and chop the onions, tomatoes, zucchini, and chili pepper.
  2. In a large pan, heat the olive oil and sauté the onions until they become golden.
  3. Add the tomatoes, zucchini, chili pepper, salt, sugar, and balsamic vinegar, and cook over medium heat for 20-25 minutes.
  4. Make small holes in the sauce with a spoon and add the eggs.
  5. Cover the pan and cook on low heat for 10-15 minutes, until the eggs are cooked.
  6. Add a bit of saffron to the sauce and gently stir it in.
  7. Serve hot with Tuscan or Arab bread.

The story

Shakshouka is a traditional Tunisian dish with ancient roots, and has become popular throughout the Mediterranean region.

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