Shakshuka (aka Eggs in Hell) is an easy dish made of eggs poached in a spicy tomato sauce. It's so simple to make and can be prepped for breakfast, brunch, or dinner!
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time25 minutesmins
Total Time30 minutesmins
Course: 30-Minute Meals
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
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Servings: 4to 6 servings
Calories: 1026kcal
Author: Averie Sunshine
Ingredients
2tablespoonsolive oil
1poundground Italian sausage or 1 pound Italian sausage links with casings removedI used hot, but use mild if preferred
1small sweet Vidalia or yellow oniondiced small
1tablespoonsmoked paprikaregular paprika may be substituted
½teaspoonsaltor to taste
½teaspoonpepperor to taste
3or 4 garlic clovesfinely minced or pressed
one 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes with juice
4large eggsor a couple more if desired
1 to 2tablespoonsfresh parsleyfinely chopped (regular or Italian flat-leaf)
Instructions
To a large skillet, add the olive oil, sausage, onions, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and cook for about 8 minutes over medium-high heat, or until sausage is cooked through and onions are lightly golden browned. Stir intermittently and break up the sausage as it cooks.
Add the garlic and cook for about 1 minute or until fragrant; stir intermittently.
Add the tomatoes and juice, stir to combine, and allow tomatoes to simmer for about 3 to 5 minutes, or until slightly thickened and reduced.
Evenly crack the eggs around the skillet, cover, and cook for about 5 minutes, or until eggs are as set as desired.
Evenly sprinkle with parsley, additional salt and pepper if desired, and serve immediately. Eggs are best warm and fresh.