{"id":9653,"date":"2024-09-06T19:44:03","date_gmt":"2024-09-06T18:44:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goodbalancedfood.com\/?p=9159"},"modified":"2025-02-13T17:47:45","modified_gmt":"2025-02-13T16:47:45","slug":"shakshuka-with-smoked-paprika","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/goodbalancedfood.com\/en\/szakszuka-z-wedzona-papryka\/","title":{"rendered":"Shakshuka with smoked paprika"},"content":{"rendered":"

Shakshuka\u2014eggs poached in a rich tomato sauce with aromatic spices\u2014is a breakfast favourite for good reason. This dish is full of flavour, filling, and very easy to prepare. Plus, shakshuka is perfect not just for breakfast, but also for a quick lunch or dinner. In addition to cumin, I recommend adding a pinch of smoked paprika and finishing with a few mozzarella balls. Don\u2019t forget a handful of freshly chopped parsley, basil, or coriander.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Where does shakshuka come from? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Shakshuka is a classic Middle Eastern and North African dish made with eggs poached in a rich, spiced tomato sauce with onions, garlic, and seasonings like cumin, chilli, and coriander. Though it originated in Tunisia, it\u2019s also a staple in Israel and across the region. Over time, shakshuka has evolved into many variations and become popular worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is shakshuka good for a lunchbox?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Shakshuka is best enjoyed fresh from the pan, but I frequently make it ahead of time and bring it to work. If you like to prepare your breakfasts the day before, give it a shot\u2014personally, I find that it tastes just as delicious the next day. I recommend serving shakshuka with bread, which is ideal for dipping into the tomato sauce. I usually go for rye sourdough, but a crispy baguette sounds tempting too. :)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which tomatoes should I choose?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For the best shakshuka, use ripe, fresh tomatoes, especially in summer. If you do, I suggest peeling them. Simply score the skin, dip the tomatoes in boiling water for a few seconds, then transfer to cold water. The skin should come off easily. If you don\u2019t have time to peel tomatoes or can\u2019t get ripe ones (like in winter), canned chopped tomatoes will work as well\u2014just choose those without skin.
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If you\u2019re looking for hearty breakfasts with a good amount of protein, check out these additional recipes for a healthy start to your day:<\/p>\n\n\n\n