Spanish Egg (Shakshuka) seems to be a very low-budget breakfast idea. I realize eggs are a little expensive nowadays, but it is still concluded as a cheap protein. Additionally, it is a complete meal due to proteins found in eggs, carbs in pita bread, fiber in veggies, and probiotics substantially found in feta cheese contributing towards betterment of gut system.

Spanish eggs are called huevos a la española, an incredible and all-around dish. They can be cooked in multiple methods and served as breakfast, lunch, dinner, and even brunch. 

As we explained the quick recipe of Shakshuka it’s not particularly Spanish, but it’s a Middle Eastern and North African dish. Shakshuka is prepared with poached eggs in a yummy tomato and bell pepper gravy mostly seasoned with spices like salt, pepper, cumin, paprika, and chilies. It’s a full meal and a mouth-watering dish. 

There is not a big difference between Spanish and shakshuka as you just cook your eggs in gravy that suits best your taste and likeness. This delicious egg recipe is truly loved by my family and friends we often enjoyed it at Sunday breakfast time. So what are you waiting for, try this recipe today and give your honest feedback to us. 

In this article, we will hunt through the complete recipe details, ingredients description, storage, serving ideas, helpful tips, and why we love this recipe.

What is Spanish Egg (Shakshuka)?

Who would not enjoy this appetizing weekend breakfast recipe? If you are looking for the quick and delectable breakfast recipe then you should try it and I’ sure you won’t regret.

This Spanish Egg recipe is prepared by simmering tomatoes, eggs, spices, and Feta cheese. It is a complete and satisfying one-skillet dish you will try again and again. Best served with crispy garlic pita bread, rice, boiled potatoes, and bean salad.

This quick shakshuka recipe is best for Sunday breakfast but you can also dish it out for lunch, dinner, and brunch time.

Why We Love This Recipe?

There are so many reasons to love this super delicious and quick recipe. Here are some common reasons for loving this delicious meal:

All-Around

Spanish eggs are best served at breakfast but can be made up for brunch, dinner, and lunch. You can also serve this dish with your favorite side dishes and it’s a great choice for a lazy Sunday morning.

Easy & Instant Preparation

Despite its magnificent looks and mouth-watering flavours, luckily this Spanish egg recipe is easy and ready to eat. With home-based pantry ingredients and in less cooking time, appetizing meal can be made up.

Lavish & Authentic Meal

The mouth-watering cherry red tomato sauce with semi-cooked eggs along with a very light spice and served with crispy garlic pita bread. Indeed, this dish develops a delicious and memorable taste bomb that moves you to the lively streets of Spain and Middle Eastern countries.

How To Make Spanish Egg (Shakshuka) 

Spanish eggs are made with eggs in tomato sauce with spices. This healthy or complete meal is ideal for breakfast, dinner, or brunch served with pita garlic bread and enjoyed with your loved ones.

Ingredients Detail 

What you will require to make Spanish Egg (Shakshuka)? If you are making this recipe first time then here is a complete description of basic ingredients that will helps you in the long run.

Olive Oil

I like the taste of olive oil in this egg recipe, you can use the combo of butter and olive oil, and believe me it elevates the taste of the dish.

Simmered Tomatoes

I am using simmered tomatoes for this recipe, it makes your gravy well concentrated and soft and gives a texture like canned tomatoes. So you don’t need to buy an expensive jar of canned tomatoes, you can make them at home.

Eggs

I utilized six fresh large eggs for this recipe. Please read the section on tips on how long to cook the eggs according to your taste and preference.

Spices

To enhance the flavors and taste of this mouth-watering gravy, am using salt, pepper, red crushed chili flakes, smoked paprika powder, chicken powder, and roasted cumin powder.

Vegetables

You can add a variety of vegetables according to your taste and preferences. I’m using white onion, fresh garlic, green capsicum, and cilantro. You can use parsley as a substitute for cilantro and use red capsicum instead of green capsicum.

Feta Cheese

I’m using Feta cheese on top of Spanish egg, it’s a very healthy option and this cheese is full of nutrients that make you energetic. But you can use Manchego cheese, a Spanish cheese to substitute for Feta cheese.

Instructions

• In the first step, we take tomatoes, add water, switch on the flame, and simmer the tomatoes for 10 minutes.

• Let them cool the tomatoes after simmering, peel off the tomatoes, and cut them into cubes. Additionally, simmer tomatoes that make your gravy concentrated and thick.

• ⁠Take a pan add olive oil, heat it, and add white onions. Sautée the onion for 3-4 minutes then add chopped garlic and sauté it for 2-3 minutes. Add green capsicum that makes your gravy tasty and appealing. After adding capsicum, sauté it for three minutes.

• ⁠Add already prepared tomatoes into the pan, and mix it well. 

• Later, add all the spices, salt, paprika powder, black pepper powder, chicken powder, red crushed chili, and cumin powder. Mix all the ingredients well, cover the pan, and cook it for 5 minutes.

• Add ketchup to the pan to make cherry red gravy, that enhances flavour profile. But it’s optional if you don’t like the taste of ketchup skip it.

• After adding the ketchup, cook it for 5 minutes, and make the thick sauce. Later clean the sides of the pan, make pockets, and add 6 eggs one by one.

• After adding eggs, cover the pan for 5 minutes and steam the eggs. Most importantly, don’t overcook your eggs.

• In the last step, we can add cilantro and feta cheese, and sprinkle some spices for a better taste like pepper and crushed red chilli.

• Finally our Spanish egg (Shakshuka) is ready to eat, served with pita garlic bread or whatever you like to serve with this egg recipe.

Best Serving Ideas For Spanish Egg (Shakshuka)

After making this delicious, everyone wonders what to serve with this complete meal dish. Well, no problems. Here, I will give you some perfect serving ideas for your breakfast, dinner, and lunch. So keep connected and read it carefully.

I dish out this recipe for breakfast and served it with pita garlic bread. Simply take a cube of butter, cilantro, and fine-chopped garlic, mix it well, spread it on pita bread, and cook it on a pan for 2-3 minutes until it turns light brown. Believe me, this soft and super fluffy bread and Spanish egg is indeed the best combo.

For Breakfast Or Brunch

If you plate up this recipe for breakfast or brunch, then you can serve it with your favorite bread including Baguette, Pita, Challah, Hawaiian Rolls, and Focaccia. 

For Lunch

If you plate up this recipe for lunch, then you can serve it with some light delicious side dishes like Chickpea salad, lentil salad, hummus, and white bean dip.

For Dinner

If you plate up this for dinner, then add feta cheese on top of Spanish egg and serve with boiled potatoes, white rice, and a bowl of mixed vegetable salad.

Storage Tips For Spanish Egg (Shakshuka)

I don’t like to store this quick and delicious recipe. Although, you can store unused or extra gravy with eggs in the fridge in an airtight container for up to two to three days. Rewarm in the microwave or pan on a slow flame when ready to eat.

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