Keto Shakshuka

Indulge in the bold flavors of Keto Shakshuka, a low-carb twist on the classic Middle Eastern and North African dish that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner. This recipe combines a rich, spiced tomato sauce simmered with garlic, onion, and red bell peppers, infused with aromatic cumin, paprika, and a dash of cayenne for a subtle kick. Tender eggs are poached to perfection in the savory sauce, creating a comforting and protein-packed meal. Garnished with fresh parsley and optional crumbled feta cheese, this one-skillet dish is as quick as it is satisfying, ready in just 40 minutes. Keto-friendly and gluten-free, this shakshuka is both nourishing and flavorful, making it an irresistible addition to any low-carb recipe rotation. Serve it hot and savor its wholesome goodness straight from the skillet!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add chopped onion and bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in minced garlic and continue to cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add diced tomatoes (with juice) and tomato paste to the skillet. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Mix in cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Allow the mixture to simmer gently over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.

Step 7

Make small wells in the tomato mixture and crack an egg into each well.

Step 8

Cover the skillet and allow the eggs to poach for 5-8 minutes until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still runny.

Step 9

Sprinkle chopped parsley on top, and if using, add crumbled feta cheese.

Step 10

Serve hot, directly from the skillet.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1190.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1349.8

Total Fat 100.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g
Cholesterol 1231.3mg	0%
Sodium 3546.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 30.0g
Protein 63.3g	0%

Vitamin D 240IU	0%
Calcium 1001.8mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 2355.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.2%

Protein: 18.3%

Carbs: 16.5%