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March 29, 2017 Updated May 15, 2020 By Rebecca Breakfast

South African Spiced Shakshuka

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South African spiced Shakshuka in a skillet and on toast with text overlay

Shakshuka is an unbelievably delicious, beautiful, and easy brunch or dinner that you will love! 

Have you made shakshuka before? I’ve been seeing posts on this delicious looking brunchy meal for some time…… I’ve been dreaming of this dish.

shakshuka in a cast iron skillet and toast with cheese on a table

My dreams finally became a reality, and I’ll be the first to report how completely delicious it is, and it’s stupidly easy too. Seriously, so easy.

Here’s a South African take on this traditionally northern African and Middle Eastern dish, it’s just as delicious, but smokey and totally different. Hope you love it-

South African spiced Shakshouka on a white plate with skillet next to it

South African spiced Shakshouka on a white plate
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South African Inspired Shakshuka

Shakshuka is an unbelievably delicious, beautiful, and easy brunch or dinner that you will love! 
Course Breakfast, dinner
Cuisine African
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 people
Author Rebecca

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • knife
  • cutting board

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped carrots and celery
  • 2 cans diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons South African smokey spices I used Trader Joe's "South African Smoke" spice
  • 4 fresh eggs
  • 4 slices whole wheat bread
  • 4 slices low moisture mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cups tender greens I used arugula

Instructions

  • Heat large skillet on medium-low heat. Add olive oil and chopped vegetables once warm. Sautee vegetables until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes
  • Pour diced tomatoes over vegetables, add salt, pepper, and spices. Let simmer until it thickens up, about 10 minutes. Stirring occasionally so it doesn't burn on the bottom. 
  • Once sauce is thickened up, make 4 indents with a wooden spoon into tomato mixture for the eggs. Carefully crack eggs into indented spots, let cook for about 6-8 minutes, or until desired doneness. Whites will be white and firm, yolk is best runny. If you have a lid big enough, cover dish to ensure even cooking of eggs
  • While eggs are cooking, toast 4 slices of whole wheat bread. Top bread with greens and thin slices of mozzarella.
  • Once eggs are to your desired doneness, spoon tomato sauce and egg mixture over toast. Add additional salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy immediately.

Notes

  • The South African spice mix is made up of paprika, basil, garlic powder, and salt
  • Don't leave the tomatoes in a well seasoned cast iron skillet for longer than 30 minutes. If you plan on leaving them in the pan for longer, or if you don't know if your skillet is seasoned enough, use a regular skillet instead.

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Comments

  1. Kelly Jones says

    March 30, 2017 at 5:09 am

    Just love Trader Joe’s spice blends! Great idea for one of my favorite dishes lately ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      March 31, 2017 at 10:04 pm

      I love their blends too! and yes ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  2. Anne|Craving Something Healthy says

    April 1, 2017 at 1:39 pm

    I have never had shakshouka, but I do see recipes for it all the time! Maybe it’s time to give it a try! Beautiful photos!

    Reply
  3. Lauren Harris-Pincus says

    April 3, 2017 at 8:52 am

    That Trader Joe’s spice sounds incredible. I need to scour their spice rack.

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      April 4, 2017 at 11:13 am

      yes! it’s so so good!

      Reply
  4. Farrah says

    May 8, 2017 at 6:30 pm

    Shakshuka is such a beautiful dish! I’m glad you made one too! I need to try this version! :]

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      May 9, 2017 at 5:37 pm

      it’s so good & easy. LOVE shakshuka

      Reply
  5. Kathryn says

    May 8, 2017 at 6:52 pm

    Love the unique flavors for this Shakshuka!! Next stop TJs for the North African spice blend! Thanks Rebecca!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      May 9, 2017 at 5:37 pm

      Me too! Go get it! & let me know how it goes

      Reply
  6. Ariella says

    May 12, 2017 at 1:21 pm

    Looks great, love playing around with Shakshuka flavors.

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      May 15, 2017 at 11:49 am

      me too! Fave new pasttime ๐Ÿ˜‰

      Reply
  7. Emmeline says

    April 20, 2020 at 1:19 pm

    5 stars
    Shakshuka is the standard weekend breakfast in our house but we make a Turkish version – canโ€™t wait to try your version, it sounds delicious!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      April 20, 2020 at 7:06 pm

      I need to make more of the Turkish version! it’s so good!

      Reply
  8. Noelle says

    April 20, 2020 at 1:30 pm

    5 stars
    Trader Joe’s spicers are my all-time favorites!!! So delicious thank you for sharing ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      April 20, 2020 at 7:05 pm

      aren’t they?!

      Reply
  9. Lisa | Garlic & Zest says

    April 20, 2020 at 2:48 pm

    5 stars
    There’s nothing better in the world than a good shakshuka! I just want to run a bit of flatabread through that sauce.

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      April 20, 2020 at 7:05 pm

      OH that’d be perfect!

      Reply
  10. Anita says

    April 20, 2020 at 2:56 pm

    5 stars
    Since I don’t have South African smokey spices, I make it myself with equal amount of paprika, basil, garlic powder, and salt. This dish turned out delicious. ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      April 20, 2020 at 7:05 pm

      that’s great!

      Reply
  11. Charla says

    April 20, 2020 at 3:04 pm

    5 stars
    Sounds heavenly! Shakshula reminds me very much of Trinidadian Tomato Choka.

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      April 20, 2020 at 7:05 pm

      ohh that sounds so good!

      Reply

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