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Creamy Tunisian Shakshuka with Harissa and Eggs

Name: Creamy Tunisian Shakshuka with Harissa and Eggs
Prep time: 23 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 93 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Breakfast
Ingredients: Olive Oil, 2 tbsp; Onion, 1 large, finely chopped; Garlic, 2 cloves, minced; Red Bell Pepper, 1, diced; Green Bell Pepper, 1, diced; Crushed Tomatoes, 2 cans (14 oz each); Tomato Paste, 2 tbsp; Harissa Paste, 2 tbsp; Ground Cumin, 1 tsp; Salt, to taste; Black Pepper, to taste; Eggs, 8 large; Cilantro, fresh, chopped for garnish; Heavy Cream, 1/2 cup; Salt, to taste

Dive into the rich flavors of Tunisia with this vibrant and creamy shakshuka, infused with harissa for a touch of heat and topped with perfectly poached eggs.

4.6(766 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·August 9, 2025

Creamy Tunisian Shakshuka with Harissa and Eggs — Breakfast served and photographed from above

Prep

23 min

Cook

1 h 10 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Shakshuka Base

For the Tomato Sauce

For the Eggs

For the Creamy Finish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 427 kcal
Protein: 18 g
Carbs: 27.5 g
Fat: 28.75 g
Fiber: 6.75 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1708 kcal
Protein: 72 g
Carbs: 110 g
Fat: 115 g
Fiber: 27 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Olive Oil 2 tbsp	240	0	0	27	0
Onion 1 large, finely chopped	60	2	14	0	3
Garlic 2 cloves, minced	8	0	2	0	0
Red Bell Pepper 1, diced	37	1	9	0	3
Green Bell Pepper 1, diced	24	1	6	0	2
Crushed Tomatoes 2 cans (14 oz each)	280	14	56	2	14
Tomato Paste 2 tbsp	30	1	7	0	2
Harissa Paste 2 tbsp	60	2	10	3	2
Ground Cumin 1 tsp	8	0	1	0	1
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Black Pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Eggs 8 large	560	48	2	40	0
Cilantro fresh, chopped for garnish	1	0	0	0	0
Heavy Cream 1/2 cup	400	3	3	43	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Shakshuka Base

1
Heat Oil
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2
Sauté Aromatics
Add the onion and garlic; sauté until translucent.
3
Cook Peppers
Stir in the red and green bell peppers and cook until softened.

Preparing the Tomato Sauce

1
Combine Tomatoes
Mix in crushed tomatoes and tomato paste.
2
Add Spices
Add harissa paste, cumin, salt, and pepper, stirring well.
3
Simmer Sauce
Simmer on low heat for 20 minutes until thickened.

How to Make Creamy Tunisian Shakshuka with Harissa and Eggs

Total time: 1 h 33 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Creating Flavor Base
Sauté onion, garlic, and peppers until soft in olive oil.
2
Simmering Sauce
Add tomatoes and spices, allowing flavors to meld for 20 minutes.
3
Poaching Eggs
Crack eggs into the simmering sauce, cover, and gently cook until whites are set.
4
Timing & Heat Guide
Sautéing vegetables: 10 min; Simmering sauce: 20 min.