Shakshuka with Middle Eastern Poached Eggs
Shakshuka with Middle Eastern Poached Eggs features tender eggs nestled in a rich, garlicky sauce made from fresh tomatoes that cook down until concentrated and bright. The simplicity lets the tomato and garlic shine, perfect for scooping with warm pita. Serve it for a cozy brunch or an unfussy dinner when you want something comforting yet vibrant.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Shakshuka with Middle Eastern Poached Eggs, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 50 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 29 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 38
- Heart Health
- 79
- Metabolic
- 56
- Digestive
- 57
- Inflammatory
- 59
- Performance
- 55
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped tomatoes and the garlic, stirring now and then, until the tomatoes release their liquid and it cooks off. Gently crack the eggs over the tomatoes without breaking the yolks. Lightly season with salt, lower the heat, and cover.
- 2
Simmer, covered, for 20 minutes, or until the yolks are fully cooked. Adjust the seasoning with salt as needed. Serve with pita bread.
- Calories 516.19 kcal High 26%
- Protein 24.04 g Good Source 48%
- Carbohydrate 70.5 g 26%
- Total Fat 14.14 g Moderate 18%
- Saturated Fat 4.3 g High 22%
- Trans Fat 0.07 g High --
- Cholesterol 351.01 mg High 117%
- Sodium 1385.08 mg High 60%
- Dietary Fiber 8.08 g Good Source 29%
- Total Sugars 13.94 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 186.09 mg Moderate 14%
- Iron 5.41 mg Good Source 30%
- Potassium 1224.92 mg Good Source 26%
- Vitamin A 430.05 mcg Good Source 48%
- Vitamin C 35.32 mg Good Source 39%
- Vitamin D 1.5 mcg Low Source 8%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Shakshuka with Middle Eastern Poached Eggs is an Israeli breakfast recipe made with 5 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Diced Tomatoes, Eggs, Minced Garlic, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 516.19 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Shakshuka with Middle Eastern Poached Eggs?
- It is an Israeli recipe made with 5 ingredients, usually served for breakfast or dinner or lunch.
- What is Shakshuka with Middle Eastern Poached Eggs made of?
- The main ingredients are Diced Tomatoes, Eggs, Minced Garlic, Olive Oil, Pita Bread. The full list of 5 is above.
- What goes well with Shakshuka with Middle Eastern Poached Eggs?
- Explore these Israeli side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Shakshuka with Middle Eastern Poached Eggs?
- About 45 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 516.19 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Shakshuka with Middle Eastern Poached Eggs easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 5 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Shakshuka with Middle Eastern Poached Eggs healthy?
- Shakshuka with Middle Eastern Poached Eggs has an easyChef Pro health score of 54/100. Per serving, it provides 516.19 calories and 24.04 g of protein, or 48% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, potassium, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1385.08 mg (60% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.3 g (22% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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