Have you ever tried shakshuka? If not, prepare to discover your new favorite breakfast! It’s super filling, satisfying, and healthy, and it’s packed with tons of flavor. The first time I ever tried it was on a trip to Israel years ago and I was instantly hooked. Once I realized how easy it is to make it at home, it pretty much became a staple in my weekend routine! It’s basically a super flavorful tomato sauce that you can throw a bunch of veggies and spices into, then crack eggs straight into the sauce and let them cook right in there, and once they’re done to your liking, you top the whole thing with fresh herbs and avocado (well avocado isn’t always in traditional shakshuka, but in my opinion, what’s a brunch dish without avo!?).  I’d also seriously recommend some crusty toast to dip into the pan and soak up all of the yummy goodness and flavors!

Drool, right!? Here’s how to make it!

Ingredients
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 medium onion, diced
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 cup cauliflower rice
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp cumin
1 14.5-ounce can or jar of fire-roasted diced tomatoes
4 eggs
salt and pepper
1/2 avocado, sliced
garnish with chopped chives

Serves 2.

1. Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the chopped bell pepper and onion and sauté for 5 minutes. Add the cauliflower rice, garlic, paprika, and cumin and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Tip: this would also be a good time to toss in some greens like spinach or chard if you have any sitting in your fridge!
2. Add the entire can or jar of diced tomatoes, stir everything together, season with salt and pepper, and bring the sauce to a simmer.
3. Using a spatula or a spoon, create 4 wells in the sauce and crack an egg into each one.
4. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for about 5 minutes over medium heat, until the eggs are cooked to your preference. Feel free to poke the center of the eggs with a knife to check if they’re cooked to your liking, and cover for another minute or so if you like them more well-done.
5. Garnish with chopped chives and avocado slices. Optional: serve with crusty toast!

So excited for you to try this one out! Feel free to make it your own by adding any of your favorite veggies to the sauce. You can also top it with a sprinkle of feta and any other herbs you like (parsley or cilantro would work perfectly, too!). If you want to see this recipe in action, you can check it out on my breakfast insta story highlights!