Savory Shakshouka Toast: A Brunch Delight You Can't Resist

Shakshouka Toast is a vibrant vegetarian breakfast that combines crispy bread with a savory sauce of tomatoes, peppers, and poached eggs, perfect for any brunch.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 slices

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauce

4 large Eggs Fresh eggs
2 cups Tomatoes Ripe tomatoes or canned
1 cup Bell Peppers Red or yellow bell peppers
1 medium Onion Sautéed onions
1 teaspoon Cumin Warm spice
1 teaspoon Paprika Warm spice

For the Bread

4 slices Toast Sourdough or whole grain

For the Toppings

1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Parsley or cilantro, optional
1/3 cup Feta Crumbled, optional
2 tablespoons Tahini Optional

Equipment

Large Skillet
Ladle
spatula
Toaster or grill pan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Sauce: In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onions until translucent. Add bell peppers and cook until soft. Stir in tomatoes and spices, simmer for 10-12 minutes.
Poach the Eggs: Make wells in sauce and crack eggs gently into them. Cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes until whites set, yolks runny.
Toast the Bread: Toast bread until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes.
Assemble the Dish: Place toast on plates, ladle sauce over, then top with poached eggs.
Garnish and Serve: Optionally sprinkle with herbs, feta, and tahini. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 14gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 250mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For additional flavor, consider adding extra veggies like spinach or zucchini to the sauce. Serve immediately for the best experience.

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