Mediterranean-Style Breakfast Shakshuka (Eggs in Tomato-Pepper Sauce)

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 3/4 cup canned diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup bell pepper (diced)
• 1/4 cup onion (diced)
• 1 clove garlic (minced)(optional)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin(optional)
• 1/2 tsp paprika(optional)
• 1/4 tsp salt(optional)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper(optional)
• 1 slice bread (for serving)(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and bell pepper until softened, 5–6 minutes.

2. 2

   Add garlic (if using), cumin, and paprika; cook 30 seconds.

3. 3

   Stir in diced tomatoes and simmer 6–8 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Make two small wells in the sauce and crack in eggs.

5. 5

   Cover and cook until whites are set and yolks are cooked to your liking, 4–6 minutes.

6. 6

   Serve with bread if desired.