Green Shakshuka with Herbs & Eggs
Poached eggs in a vibrant spinach and herb sauce with garlic and chili—a Middle Eastern breakfast that's elegant but takes just 20 minutes. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the garlicky greens.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 245
- Protein
- 14g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat olive oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat until shimmering, ~90 seconds.
Step 2
Add minced garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, ~60 seconds.
Step 3
Add spinach and cilantro in batches, stirring until wilted, ~3 minutes total.
Step 4
Pour in stock and bring to a gentle simmer. Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
Step 5
Create 4 small wells in the sauce with the back of a spoon.
Step 6
Crack one egg into each well. Cover and simmer until whites set but yolks jiggle, ~5 minutes.
Step 7
Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot directly from the skillet.
Tools you’ll need
- 10-inch skillet with lid
- wooden spoon
- knife
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