Dinner

Chakchouka

A Tunisian skillet dish of peppers and tomatoes simmered with warm spices and topped with gently set eggs.

  • 30 min
  • 180 kcal
  • Vegetarian
  • Tunisian

Mellowpan tip: Ready in 30 min. A good one for a busy weeknight.

Chakchouka

Ingredients

For 4 servings

Steps

  1. Step 1:

    In a large cast-iron skillet or sauté pan with a lid, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

  2. Step 2:

    Add the diced onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes, until softened.

    2–3 min
  3. Step 3:

    Add the sliced red pepper, sliced green pepper, and crushed garlic, and sauté for an additional 3–5 minutes.

    3–5 min
  4. Step 4:

    Add the tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and chili powder.

  5. Step 5:

    Mix well and bring the mixture to a simmer.

  6. Step 6:

    Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 10–15 minutes, until the mixture has thickened to your desired consistency.

    10–15 min
  7. Step 7:

    Taste the sauce and adjust the salt and spice as desired.

  8. Step 8:

    Using the back of a spoon, make four craters in the mixture, large enough to hold an egg.

  9. Step 9:

    Crack one egg into each crater.

  10. Step 10:

    Cover the skillet and simmer for 5–7 minutes, until the eggs have set.

    5–7 min
  11. Step 11:

    Serve immediately with crusty bread or pita.

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