Moroccan Shakshuka with Preserved Lemon
Eggs poached in a spicy tomato and pepper sauce with cumin, paprika and a salty kick of preserved lemon.
- Time35 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.00 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oil in a large lidded frying pan. Cook the onion and pepper for 8 minutes until soft.
8 min - 2
Add the garlic, cumin, paprika and chilli and stir for 1 minute until it smells warm and toasty.
- 3
Pour in the tomatoes and add the preserved lemon. Simmer for 12 minutes until thick.
12 min - 4
Make six dips in the sauce and crack an egg into each. Cover and cook for 6 minutes until the whites are set but the yolks are runny.
6 min - 5
Scatter over the coriander and serve with bread.
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