Chakchouka
MiscellaneousTunisian
Ingredients
- tomatoes
- olive oil
- onion
- red pepper
- green pepper
- garlic
- cumin
- paprika
- salt
- chili powder
- eggs
Steps
- 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
- Add the peppers and garlic, and sauté for an additional 3-5 minutes
- Add the tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and chili powder
- 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
- Crack one egg into each of the craters
- Cover the skillet and simmer for 5-7 minutes, until the eggs have set
- Serve immediately with crusty bread or pita.
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