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Shakshuka Recipe (Easy & Traditional)

This recipe is generally appropriate for diabetes mellitus (DM) as it contains vegetables, lean protein from eggs, and uses olive oil. However, the overall carbohydrate content should be checked, and portion control is important.

Adapted from Downshiftology, by Lisa Bryan

30 mintotal
6servings
12ingredients
146kcal a serving
Shakshuka Recipe (Easy & Traditional)

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 1 red bell pepper (seeded and diced)
  • 4 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
  • 2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes
  • 6 large eggs
  • salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 1 small bunch fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 small bunch fresh parsley (chopped)

Method

  1. Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan on medium heat. Add the chopped bell pepper and onion and cook for 5 minutes or until the onion becomes translucent.5 min timer
  2. Add garlic and spices and cook an additional minute.
  3. Pour the can of tomatoes and juice into the pan and break down the tomatoes using a large spoon. Season with salt and pepper and bring the sauce to a simmer.
  4. Use your large spoon to make small wells in the sauce and crack the eggs into each well. Cover the pan and cook for 5-8 minutes, or until the eggs are done to your liking.8 min timer
  5. Garnish with chopped cilantro and parsley.

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