Green Shakshuka

I had to share the recipe for this green shakshuka pretty quickly because some of you are really loving our original shakshuka recipe which you can see here. Updated – 4th March 2020.

I must tell you though that even with this follow up recipe being pretty simple, i actually prefer this version. 

What is Shakshuka

Basically the best baked eggs in the world. I love them. I make several versions and one of them takes a long time but is totally worth it. Then there is a shortcut version.

Another version is coming soon because basically I am obsessed.

Shakshuka is a Middle Eastern and North African dish traditionally served up for breakfast or lunch. It can be made entirely on the stove or finished in the oven. The eggs are baked or poached in a fragrant tomato sauce, usually with peppers, onion and spices like cumin and paprika, reflecting the Middle Eastern and North African roots of this dish. This version is made with green veg and is definitely not authentic.

Shakshuka does feel like a pretty substantial meal, and definitely one for sharing with a group.

Aaah leisurely mornings spent eating bread dipped in eggs that are sat on a bed of green veg is my idea of bliss. Just gonna grab a bib to catch the drool that is hanging from my chin currently.

Anyway to make it even more delicious i occasionally add a little bit of a chilli butter topping too. I generally like my food to set my ears on fire.

Brunch, Lunch or Dinner

Eggs are usually a breakfast or brunch thing but I am forever banging on about their versatility and suitability for all hours of the day. I will never not talk about this. EGGS ARE THE BEST. I really need to get a grip. 

How to make Green Shakshuka

Heat oil and add spring onions. Cook till soft before adding cumin seeds, ginger/garlic.

Stir in the broccoli and saute.

Add the tomato and cook for 5 minutes.

Add the spinach and allow to wilt.

Create wells in the veg and crack in the eggs. Cover and cook for 5 – 8 mins. Add more seasoning to each egg. Serve with crusty bread.

Other breakfast recipes that I love:

Easy Soft Boiled Eggs and Avocado Toast

Turkish Cilbir – Poached Eggs in Yoghurt

Egg, Mushroom, Potato and Spinach Hash

Indian Masala Egg Muffins

*if you make this recipe, please leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! i love to hear from you guys! – safira

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Green Shakshuka

Poached eggs on a bed of brocolli, spinach and tomato.

Course Breakfast/Brunch

Prep Time 2 minutes

Cook Time 23 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Servings 3

Calories 124 kcal

Author Safira

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp Oil
• 2 Spring Onions sliced finely
• 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
• 2 cloves Garlic crushed
• 1/4 tsp Ground Ginger Optional
• 3/4 tsp Chilli Flakes
• Salt and Pepper to taste
• 8 spears Tenderstem Brocolli chopped
• 1 Tomato diced
• 1 cup Spinach
• 3 Eggs

Instructions

1. Heat oil in pan and then add the spring onion. Sautee on medium/low heat for a few minutes with a pinch of salt, until the onion begins to soften.

2. Add in the cumin seeds, garlic, ginger and chilli flakes. Cook for 2 minutes.

3. Next, add in the broccolli and cook for 1 minute before adding the tomato. Saute for 5 minutes on medium low.

4. Add the spinach and allow to wilt for a minute.

5. Make wells in the veg. Crack in the eggs, and cook on medium low for 5 - 10 minutes until the whites are done and the yolks are runny.

6. Top with more salt, pepper and chilli flakes, then serve with crusty bread.

Recipe Notes

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Nutrition Facts

Green Shakshuka

Amount Per Serving

Calories 124 Calories from Fat 81

% Daily Value*

Fat 9g14%

Saturated Fat 2g13%

Cholesterol 164mg55%

Sodium 83mg4%

Potassium 248mg7%

Carbohydrates 4g1%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 2g2%

Protein 7g14%

Vitamin A 1745IU35%

Vitamin C 11mg13%

Calcium 54mg5%

Iron 2mg11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.