Shakshuka with Feta & Harissa

Shakshuka is basically just a stew of well-seasoned tomatoes and peppers with poached eggs. It’s really simple and unbelievably delicious.

I love to serve mine with crusty olive bread for dipping and scooping, plenty of feta, and fresh herbs. Oh, and I can’t forget to mention, I make mine a little differently by adding a smidge of harissa paste for a little extra depth with spice.

If you’re unfamiliar with Harissa, it’s a North African blend of spices included caraway, coriander, and various chiles. It has a bit of a kick, and can be found as a dry spice blend or a paste. If you’re absolutely not a spicy foods fan, feel free to omit this ingredient from the recipe below. It will still taste great!

One important thing to note when making Shakshuka is the cooking vessel. Typically, it’s best to prepare shakshuka in an oven-safe, heavy bottom pan, like cast iron, to avoid burning the delicate spices and tomatoes while the eggs poach.

I love these single-serve cast iron cassoulets by Staub because whether you’re serving them as individual portions or encouraging two people to share, it gives each diner a chance to garnish, dip, and scoop right out of the pan to their heart's content.

No need to be polite here! Just roll up your sleeves and enjoy this delicious Middle Eastern treat around the table with friends and family.