MiscellaneousSaudi Arabian

Shakshouka

Name: Shakshouka
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Saudi Arabian
Ingredients: 250g Tomato; 40 ml Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 4 Egg; 4 sliced Garlic Clove; To taste Black Pepper; To taste Salt

Shakshouka is a classic Saudi Arabian miscellaneous that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Tomato, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Egg and Garlic Clove, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. The cooking process allows natural aromas to develop, ensuring each portion is both hearty and flavorful.

Serve hot alongside fresh bread, steamed grains, or a crisp seasonal salad for a well-rounded dining experience.

If you enjoy authentic Saudi Arabian cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Mutabbaq.

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Ingredients

Tomato250g
Extra Virgin Olive Oil40 ml
Egg4
Garlic Clove4 sliced
Black PepperTo taste
SaltTo taste

Step-by-Step Instructions

20 steps

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Step 1

Step 2🍳 Fry

First, pan fry the black pepper and garlic over a dry medium heat until fragrant.

Step 3

Step 4

Add a good amount of extra virgin olive oil and infuse for a minute.

Step 5

Step 6

Once the oil heats up, add the tomatoes and salt, and cover with a lid.

Step 7🍲 Simmer⏱️ 5 minutes

Simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Step 9

Remove the lid and mash the tomatoes.

Step 10

Reduce until you reach the desired consistency of choice.

Step 11

Step 12

Make craters for the eggs and lower the heat.

Step 13

Carefully crack the eggs into the craters, making sure it touches the pan and not the tomato sauce.

Step 14

Step 15⏱️ 5 minutes

Cover the eggs and leave it for 5 minutes without lifting the lid.

Step 16

Step 17⏱️ 1-2 minutes

Remove from the heat and let the residual heat steam the eggs for 1-2 minutes.

Step 18

Step 19✨ Serve

Serve with flatbread.

Step 20

Enjoy!

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Shakshouka carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

For a richer sauce, replace a portion of the water with homemade bone broth, vegetable stock, or a splash of dry wine or red wine vinegar to cut through richness.

Chef Technique Tips

Take the time to thoroughly sear and brown tomato in batches before adding the braising liquid. The caramelized fond deposited on the bottom of the pot dissolves into the stew, providing depth and body that cannot be rushed.

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