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Shakshuka with Avocado Toast

An authentic North African and Middle Eastern dish of poached eggs in a savory tomato and pepper sauce, paired with creamy avocado toast.

Ingredients

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  • 4 eggs
  • 2 cups tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 4 slices of bread
  • 1 avocado
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onions and bell peppers, sautéing until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the chopped tomatoes and your selected spices.
  4. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 10 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
  5. Create small wells in the sauce and crack the eggs into them.
  6. Cover the pan and cook until the eggs are done to your liking—typically about 5-7 minutes for slightly runny yolks.
  7. While the shakshuka is cooking, toast your bread until golden brown.
  8. Once toasted, smash the avocado in a bowl, season with salt and pepper, and spread generously on the warm toast.
  9. Serve your shakshuka warm alongside the avocado toast, and enjoy every bite!

Notes

You can adjust spices according to your heat tolerance. Garnish with fresh herbs or a dollop of Greek yogurt for additional flavor.