Shakshuka Recipe: Eggs Poached In Spicy Tomato Sauce

By Akshara

October 22, 2025

Shakshuka is a classic Middle Eastern dish made with eggs poached in a spiced tomato and pepper sauce. It’s flavourful, protein-rich, and perfect for a wholesome breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

2 eggs 2 tomatoes (chopped) 1 onion (chopped) 1 green chilli or small capsicum (chopped) 1 tbsp olive oil ½ tsp cumin powder Salt and pepper to taste Fresh coriander or parsley for garnish

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté onion and chilli until soft and golden.

Step 2

Add tomatoes, cumin, salt, and pepper, and cook until the sauce thickens.

Step 3

Make small wells in the sauce and crack the eggs directly into them.

Step 4

Cover and cook on low flame until eggs are set, then garnish and serve hot.