Miscellaneous • Tunisian
Chakchouka

Ingredients
- Tomatoes4
- Olive Oil2 tbs
- Diced Onion1
- sliced Red Pepper1
- sliced Green Pepper1
- Cloves Crushed Garlic3
- Cumin1 tsp
- Paprika1 tsp
- Salt3/4 teaspoon
- Chili Powder1/2 teaspoon
- Eggs4
Steps
Prepare
- 🥄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.
Steps
- 🔥Add the peppers and garlic, and sauté for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- 🧂Add the tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and chili powder.
Prepare
- 🧂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.
Steps
- 🍳Crack one egg into each of the craters.
Cook
- Cover the skillet and simmer for 5-7 minutes, until the eggs have set.
Serve
- 🍽️Serve immediately with crusty bread or pita.
Source: Original recipe