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High-Protein Shakshuka

Eggs poached in a spiced tomato sauce make a comforting, high-protein brunch that is gentle on the stomach.

Bogdan MarcuReviewed by Bogdan Marcu, Licensed Nutritionist & Dietitian
Protein
22 g
Calories
290 kcal
Serves
2 servings
Category
Breakfast

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • ½ onion, diced
  • 1 red pepper, sliced
  • 1 can (400 g / 14 oz) chopped tomatoes
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • 4 eggs
  • Salt and pepper
  • Fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil and soften the onion and pepper for 5 minutes.
  2. Add the tomatoes, paprika, and cumin; simmer 8–10 minutes.
  3. Make wells in the sauce and crack in the eggs.
  4. Cover and cook 5–7 minutes until the whites set.
  5. Season, scatter parsley, and serve.

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