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A skillet of green shakshuka.
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5 from 14 votes

Green Shakshuka

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Servings: 5
Calories: 248kcal
Author: Teri & Jenny

Ingredients

  • 3 ½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 pound baby spinach
  • 1 shallot (or scallions), minced
  • 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ bunch cilantro, chopped
  • 5 Large eggs
  • ¼ cup water
  • ½ cup crumbled queso fresco, divided
  • ½ avocado, thinly sliced
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • micro cilantro or more cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

  • Place a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon oil. Add spinach and sauté until wilted, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Transfer to a colander and drain excess water by pressing into the spinach with the back of a wooden spoon (squeezing out with your hands if needed). Set aside.
  • Place skillet back over heat and add 1 ½ tablespoons oil. Add shallots and garlic and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes. Add cumin and coriander, continue to sauté for 1 to 2 minutes and season with salt and pepper.
  • Add spinach back to skillet and lightly season with salt and pepper Sauté for 1 minute. Stir in cilantro.
  • Transfer half of the mixture to a food processor and puree with remaining 1 tablespoon oil, until mixture is smooth. Pour puree back into the skillet and stir to combine. Spread mixture into an even layer and create 5 wells in the spinach mixture.
  • Carefully crack an egg into each well and cook mixture for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Pour water around the edge of the skillet and cover for about 2 minutes, allowing the mixture to steam and the egg whites to set.
  • Remove lid and sprinkle with half of cheese. Lightly season with salt and pepper.
  • Remove shakshuka from stove and lightly season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Finish with sliced avocado and more cilantro.
  • Serve immediately with toasted baguette or pita.

Nutrition

Calories: 248kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 172mg | Sodium: 231mg | Potassium: 711mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 8936IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 196mg | Iron: 4mg