Chakchouka

Chakchouka

Area: Tunisian

Category: Miscellaneous

Ingredients

IngredientsMeasure
Tomatoes4
Olive Oil2 tbs
Onion1 Diced
Red Pepper1 sliced
Green Pepper1 sliced
Garlic3 Cloves Crushed
Cumin1 tsp
Paprika1 tsp
Salt3/4 teaspoon
Chili Powder1/2 teaspoon
Eggs4

Instruction

  • In a large cast iron skillet or sauté pan with a lid, heat oil over medium high heat
  • Add the onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until softened
  • Add the peppers and garlic, and sauté for an additional 3-5 minutes
  • Add the tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and chili powder
  • Mix well and bring the mixture to a simmer
  • Reduce the heat to medium low and continue to simmer, uncovered, 10-15 minutes until the mixture has thickened to your desired consistency
  • (Taste the sauce at this point and adjust for salt and spice, as desired
  • ) Using the back of a spoon, make four craters in the mixture, large enough to hold an egg
  • Crack one egg into each of the craters
  • Cover the skillet and simmer for 5-7 minutes, until the eggs have set
  • Serve immediately with crusty bread or pita