Harissa Shakshuka
Eggs poached in a smoky harissa tomato sauce.
Ingredients
- 4 Egg
- 400 g Canned tomatoes
- 1 Bell pepper
- 1 Onion
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 tbsp Harissa
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 2 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Cilantro (optional)
Method
- Slice the pepper, onion, and garlic.
- Soften the pepper and onion in oil, then stir in the garlic, harissa, and cumin.
- Add the tomatoes and salt and simmer to a thick sauce.
- Make wells, crack in the eggs, cover, and cook until the whites set.
- Scatter cilantro and serve with bread.
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About Harissa Shakshuka
Harissa shakshuka turns up the heat on the classic by folding in harissa, the North African chili paste that gives this version its smoky, fiery character. The familiar base of onion, bell pepper, and tomato is all here, but the harissa stirred in alongside the garlic and cumin lends a depth of roasted-chili flavor and a real kick that the standard recipe holds back on. Eggs poach into the thickened sauce just as in any shakshuka, absorbing the spice around them. It's the version for cooks who want their eggs with genuine warmth.
Each bite carries the layered heat of harissa — more aromatic and complex than plain chili — balanced by the sweetness of the peppers and the acidity of the tomatoes. Building the sauce until it's thick enough to cradle the eggs ensures the whites set cleanly while the yolks stay runny to soften the spice. Cilantro scattered over the finished pan adds a fresh, citrusy counterpoint to the smoky base. Serve it hot from the skillet with bread to temper the heat and soak up the sauce; it makes a bold, satisfying brunch or a quick spiced supper.
Harissa Shakshuka: frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Harissa Shakshuka?
A serving has about 408 calories — 17.6g protein, 27.2g carbs, 25.5g fat, 6.7g fiber. Figures are estimated from the ingredient amounts and will shift with your portions and brands.
Is Harissa Shakshuka gluten-free?
Based on its ingredients, Harissa Shakshuka has no gluten-containing components, so it's naturally gluten-free — as always, check that any packaged ingredients you use are certified gluten-free to be safe.
How long does Harissa Shakshuka take to make?
About 25 minutes start to finish, but only around 18 of those are hands-on — the rest is cooking time. In the Homecooked app the timers and parallel steps are sequenced for you so the hands-on part feels even shorter.
Do I need every ingredient to make Harissa Shakshuka?
The core ingredients are essential, but you can leave out cilantro — it's optional and mainly there for extra flavor or finish.
How many servings does Harissa Shakshuka make?
This recipe makes 2 servings. In the app you can scale it up or down and the ingredient amounts adjust automatically.