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Eggplant Shortcut Shakshuka

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes

Shake up your shakshuka with some delicious eggplant cubes.

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Looking for a hearty and flavorful breakfast or brunch recipe that's perfect for any day of the week? Look no further than eggplant shakshuka!

This classic Middle Eastern dish features the addition of tender delicious eggplant and instead of plain tomato sauce and lots of spices, we took a shortcut by using matbucha. Matbucha is a tomato and pepper spread that you can make yourself or buy prepared. Once you have the matbucha you can make a quick and flavorful shakshuka in no time.

It's a one-pan wonder that's easy to make and guaranteed to impress. Whether you're looking for a healthy and filling breakfast or a satisfying weekend brunch, this eggplant shakshuka is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection.

Learn more about the origins of shakshuka here.

Ingredients

Servings 4
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large eggplant cubed
  • 2 cups matbucha
  • 1/2-1 cup water
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 pita breads
Instructions

Nutritional Facts

Nutrition Facts
Eggplant Shortcut Shakshuka
Amount per Serving
Calories
275
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
13
g
20
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
19
%
Trans Fat
 
0.02
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
7
g
Cholesterol
 
164
mg
55
%
Sodium
 
451
mg
20
%
Potassium
 
557
mg
16
%
Carbohydrates
 
29
g
10
%
Fiber
 
6
g
25
%
Sugar
 
9
g
10
%
Protein
 
10
g
20
%
Vitamin A
 
639
IU
13
%
Vitamin C
 
6
mg
7
%
Calcium
 
80
mg
8
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Instructions

  • . Heat oil in a saute pan over medium high heat. Saute eggplant until golden brown and a little crispy.
  • Pour in matbucha and water. Let simmer for a few minutes.
  • Using the back of a spoon make 4 wells in the sauce. Pour an egg in each well. Cover the pan and cook until they are nearly fully cooked, they will continue to cook with the heat off and if you like them runny, turn it off earlier.
  • Sprinkle with parsley and serve with warm pita bread.

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Aharon Chazeu
Aharon Chazeu
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5 stars
Fantastic breakfast ever.

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