Pea and Broad Bean Shakshuka (Printable)

Colorful Middle Eastern dish with fresh spring vegetables poached in spiced tomato sauce and eggs.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 5.3 ounces asparagus, trimmed and cut into 0.8 inch pieces
06 - 5.3 ounces fresh or frozen peas
07 - 5.3 ounces fresh or frozen broad beans, shelled
08 - 14.1 ounces canned chopped tomatoes or passata
09 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste

→ Spices and Seasonings

10 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
11 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
13 - 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes, optional
14 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Eggs and Garnish

15 - 4 to 6 large eggs
16 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or mint, chopped
17 - 2.1 ounces feta cheese, crumbled, optional
18 - Lemon wedges for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or sauté pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and diced red bell pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly softened.
03 - Add ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground coriander, and chili flakes. Fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Stir in tomato paste and canned chopped tomatoes. Add salt and pepper to taste. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
05 - Add trimmed asparagus, peas, and broad beans to the sauce. Cover and cook for 7 to 8 minutes until vegetables are just tender.
06 - Using the back of a spoon, make small wells in the sauce. Crack eggs into the wells. Cover and cook gently for 5 to 7 minutes until egg whites are set but yolks remain runny.
07 - Remove from heat. Sprinkle with fresh parsley or mint and crumbled feta if desired. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and crusty bread.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Spring-inspired and colorful presentation perfect for sharing.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 45 minutes.
  • A healthy, protein-rich vegetarian and gluten-free main course.
  • Combines fresh seasonal vegetables like asparagus with aromatic Middle Eastern spices.
02 -
  • Fry the spices for one minute until fragrant to release their aromatic oils.
  • Use the back of a wooden spoon to create clear wells for the eggs to prevent them from merging.
  • Ensure the vegetables are just tender before adding the eggs to maintain a fresh crunch and vibrant color.
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