Description
Culinary magic unfolds with Shakshouka Toast, a North African-inspired dish blending spicy tomato sauce, perfectly fried eggs, and crumbled feta. Hearty flavors dance on crisp toast, inviting you to savor each richly layered bite of this comforting morning masterpiece.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- ⅔ eggs
- ⅔ slices crusty sourdough or rustic bread
- 1 can (14 ounces / 400 grams) crushed tomatoes
- ½ onion, finely chopped
- 1 small bell pepper, finely diced (red or yellow for sweetness)
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked or sweet)
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon honey or sugar (to balance acidity)
Oils, Herbs, and Additional Toppings:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
- Extra crumbled feta
- Fresh parsley or cilantro
- Red pepper flakes or sumac (optional, for extra kick)
Instructions
- Create a vibrant shakshouka sauce by sautéing diced onions and bell peppers in olive oil until they become translucent and slightly softened.
- Introduce minced garlic, cumin, paprika, and red pepper flakes to the skillet, stirring briefly to release their aromatic essence and prevent burning.
- Pour crushed tomatoes into the vegetable mixture, seasoning with salt, pepper, and a touch of honey to balance the acidity and enhance depth of flavor.
- Allow the sauce to gently simmer, occasionally stirring, until it thickens and develops a rich, concentrated consistency, approximately 10 minutes.
- Incorporate freshly chopped parsley or cilantro into the sauce, then remove from heat to preserve the herbs’ vibrant color and fresh taste.
- Prepare golden, crispy sourdough slices by brushing with butter or olive oil and toasting in a hot skillet until they achieve a delectable, crunchy texture.
- Create feta-infused eggs by scattering crumbled feta directly into a preheated nonstick pan, allowing it to slightly melt and create a delicious base.
- Carefully crack eggs onto the melted feta, cooking until the whites are set while maintaining a gloriously runny yolk.
- Generously spoon the warm, aromatic shakshouka sauce over the crisp toast, ensuring complete coverage.
- Crown each toast with the feta-nestled fried egg, then garnish with additional crumbled feta, fresh herbs, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or sumac for an extra flavor dimension.
Notes
- Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes for a rich, vibrant sauce that elevates the entire dish’s taste profile.
- Control the heat level by adjusting red pepper flakes, making it mild or spicy according to personal preference.
- Experiment with different bread types like rustic whole grain or challah for varied textures and flavor dimensions.
- Swap feta with goat cheese or plant-based alternatives to accommodate dietary restrictions or cheese preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 370 mg