Keto Shakshuka
Dive into the vibrant flavors of Keto Shakshuka, a low-carb twist on the classic North African and Middle Eastern dish. This savory skillet recipe features a rich and fragrant tomato-based sauce, infused with warm spices like cumin, paprika, and a hint of cayenne for a subtle kick. Nestled in the sauce are perfectly poached eggs, cooked to your desired doneness, and topped with fresh parsley for a burst of color. Optional crumbled feta cheese adds creamy, salty layers to every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this keto-friendly shakshuka is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a satisfying weeknight dinner. Serve it straight from the skillet for a rustic presentation that’s as inviting as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add chopped onion and bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
Stir in minced garlic and continue to cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add diced tomatoes (with juice) and tomato paste to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Mix in cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Allow the mixture to simmer gently over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
Make small wells in the tomato mixture and crack an egg into each well.
Cover the skillet and allow the eggs to poach for 5-8 minutes until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
Sprinkle chopped parsley on top, and if using, add crumbled feta cheese.
Serve hot, directly from the skillet.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1350 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.5 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.6 g | 173% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1231 mg | 410% | |
| Sodium | 3546 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.2 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.0 g | ||
| Protein | 63.3 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 1002 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 2355 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
