Spicy Eggplant Shakshuka
Total Time
30 mins
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Rating
4.92 out of 5 stars
(12)
Ingredients
6 servings
- 4 Tbsp olive oil – use extra light or extra virgin
- 1 medium zucchini – diced into 1/2″ cubes (1 1/2 cups)
- 1/2 large eggplant – diced into 1/2″ cubes (4 cups)
- 1 medium yellow onion – finely diced
- 1/2 bell pepper – use any color; red, yellow or orange, seeded and diced into 1/2″ cubes
- 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes – keep in mind the salt content can vary and add salt to taste
- 8 oz tomato sauce – adds to the tomato base
- 1/2 cup chicken broth – helps loosen up the sauce. Use homemade chicken stock or storebought.
- 2 large garlic cloves – finely minced, grated or pressed with a garlic press
- 2 tsp TABASCO® Sauce – or your favorite hot sauce
- Salt and pepper – we use fine sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper
- 5-8 large eggs – can be cold or room temperature
- 1 cup fresh baby spinach leaves – baby spinach leaves will incorporate into the sauce easier
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Preparation
Step 1
In a large, deep (preferably cast iron) pan, add 4 Tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add diced zucchini, eggplant, onion, and bell pepper. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper and sauté, stirring occasionally for 10 minutes or until vegetables are softened.
Step 2
Add 14.5 oz diced tomatoes, 8 oz tomato sauce, and 1/2 cup chicken broth. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
Step 3
Add 2 pressed garlic cloves and 2 tsp TABASCO® Sauce. Bring to a low boil and continue boiling for 2 minutes. Crack an egg into a ramekin and drop it around the edge of the pan, repeating with the remaining 5 to 8 eggs. Sprinkle eggs lightly with salt and pepper.
Step 4
Arrange spinach around the eggs, pushing it slightly into the sauce, then cover and simmer over low heat for 6-8 minutes or until whites are fully set and yolks reach the desired doneness. Keep in mind that if you leave the lid on even after the heat is off, the eggs will continue cooking.
Step 5
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Chef's notes
You can add hot sauce to taste to make it more or less spicy. Add more if you prefer a little more heat.
