Easier than it sounds Shakshuka

Introduction

College life is busy, between classes, jobs, and a social life. Cooking often gets pushed to the back burner, but it doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. If you’re looking for an easy, satisfying, and flavorful dish, Shakshuka is a great choice! This dish by Holly on Spendwithpennies.com only requires one-pot and 30 minutes of your time. Shakshuka is a simple combination of poached eggs in a spicy tomato sauce. Its origins are debated but it has early ties to many North African countries. Today Shakshuka is a very popular dish in both North Africa and Middle Eastern countries, people enjoy it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner at home and in restaurants. It is also easy to customize and can be based on your preferences or adjusted depending on what’s in your pantry. Not only is it delicious and easy, but it is also nutritious, hearty, and perfect for any meal of the day!

Cost Breakdown

Ingredient	Amount Needed for Recipe	Unit Cost of Ingredient	Recipe Cost for Ingredient
Olive oil	1 Tbsp	$8.23 (1 bottle; 16 oz)	$0.26
Onion (Diced)	1 medium onion	$2.88 (1 med onion; 8 oz)	$2.30
Cloves Garlic (Minced)	2 cloves	$4.28 (1 head garlic; 3 oz)	$1.80
Small Red Bell Peppers (Diced)	2 small	$2.96 (2 small peppers; 3 oz)	$2.96
Paprika	1 tsp	$1.12 (1 bottle; 2.5 oz)	$0.19
Cumin	1 tsp	$1.28 (1 bottle; 2.5 oz)	$0.22
Ground Coriander	1/2 tsp	$4.36 (1 bottle; 1.5 oz)	$0.36
Cayenne Pepper	1/8 tsp	$3.77 (1 bottle; 2.25 oz)	$0.08
Salt/Pepper	to taste	$1.76 (1 bottle; 5.25 oz)	$0.05
Canned Whole Tomatoes	28 oz can	$1.48 (1 can; 28 oz)	$1.48
Eggs	6	$3.42 (6 count; 10.5 oz)	$3.42
Chopped Fresh Cilantro	1 Tbsp	$0.76 (1 bunch; 2.8 oz)	$0.38
TOTAL RECIPE COST			$13.50
Cost Per Serving			$3.38

Recipe Making Process

Shakshuka is a simple sauce made up of red peppers, onions, and tomatoes. It is seasoned with incredible spices and cooked until it is a thick sauce. Red peppers are a great source of vitamin C, E, and A. Vegetables can be hard to incorporate into a college diet, but the benefits and nutrients they provide are crucial to a healthy diet. This recipe makes incorporating vegetables both easy and delicious.

The tomatoes are the bulk of the sauce and create a depth of flavor in the recipe. Fresh tomatoes are not always in season and can be quite expensive. Don’t fret! Canned tomatoes are an affordable and accessible option for college students. Canned tomatoes are a great way to save money for this recipe and they allow for a mess-free prep. Tomatoes are a great source of antioxidants and vitamins. Not only that, but they are truly tasty.

Eggs create a great source of protein within this recipe. Protein is an important part of a balanced and satisfying meal.

Shakshuka is simple and easy to make:

1. Add onions and garlic to a pot and cook until tender

2. Add diced red pepper and seasoning. Adjust seasonings to taste.

3. Add tomatoes and cook until thickened on simmer

Cooking the onions and garlic together creates a fragrant and flavorful meal. Adding the seasonings is crucial to the flavor and spice of this dish. The level of spice can be completely up to you!

From here, all you have to do is cook the eggs, right there in the pan by creating little wells for them to sit in. No extra dishes necessary!

Shakshuka can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It is great for meal prepping and is easy to reheat on a stressful day for a college student!

Shakshuka is best served with toasted bread or roasted potatoes.