Shakshuka
Red chilli, coriander and cherry tomatoes come together in this Egyptian vegetarian — 45 minutes, 4 steps, and the kind of result worth repeating. You'll find the full ingredient list (with a scaler to change the servings), 4 steps of method, substitutions, and ideas for what to serve alongside.
You'll mainly reach for frying pan / skillet and pan. At easy difficulty across 4 steps, it's a good one for a busy evening. As written, it's meat-free.
What you'll need
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Pantry staples (you likely have these)
Diet: vegetarian — no meat or fish, based on every ingredient listed below.
Contains: Dairy Egg
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How to make it
- Heat the oil in a frying pan that has a lid, then soften the onions, chilli, garlic and coriander stalks for 5 mins until soft. Stir in the tomatoes and sugar, then bubble for 8-10 mins until thick. Can be frozen for 1 month.
- Using the back of a large spoon, make 4 dips in the sauce, then crack an egg into each one.
- Put a lid on the pan, then cook over a low heat for 6-8 mins, until the eggs are done to your liking.
- Scatter with the coriander leaves and serve with crusty bread.
You'll use: Frying pan / skillet · Pan
Watch how it's made
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Ingredient substitutions
- Eggs
- ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce (baking) · 1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water per egg
What to serve with Shakshuka
- Shawarma Chicken
- Mulukhiyah Beef
- Feteer Meshaltet Side
- Egyptian Fatteh Beef
Tips & common questions
How long does Shakshuka take to make?
About 45 minutes from start to finish — an estimate based on the 4 steps and 9 ingredients. Times vary with your kitchen and how much prep you do ahead.
What can I use instead of eggs?
Try ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce (baking). See the substitutions section above for more swaps.
Can I scale this recipe up or down?
Yes — use the servings control above the ingredients and every quantity rescales automatically (fractions included). Cooking times stay roughly the same; very large batches may need a little longer.
Is Shakshuka vegetarian?
Its ingredients contain no meat, fish or shellfish, so it is suitable for vegetarians. Check any cheese for animal rennet if that matters to you.
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