Make-Ahead Shakshuka

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups thinly sliced onion
  • 1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
  • 1 cup thinly sliced yellow bell pepper
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted crushed tomatoes
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons sherry vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Cooking spray
  • 6 large eggs

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add oil; swirl to coat. Add onion, bell peppers, and garlic. Cook 10 minutes or until vegetables are very soft, stirring occasionally. Add tomatoes and next 6 ingredients (through paprika); cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Divide mixture evenly among 6 (8-ounce) ramekins coated with cooking spray.
  2. Working with 1 ramekin at a time, make a slight well in sauce. Crack 1 egg into well; pierce yolk with tip of a knife. Cover loosely with a paper towel. Microwave at HIGH 2 1/2 minutes or until desired degree of doneness.
  3. To freeze: Place ramekins in refrigerator until cool. Remove; cover tightly with plastic wrap and heavy-duty aluminum foil. Transfer ramekins to freezer; freeze for up to 8 months.
  4. To heat: Remove ramekins from wrapping. Microwave 1 ramekin, covered loosely with a damp paper towel, at HIGH for 2 minutes. -Remove from microwave, and stir. Make a slight well in sauce. Add 1 large egg; pierce yolk with the tip of a sharp knife. Cover loosely with paper towel. Microwave an additional 2 1/2 minutes or to desired degree of doneness.
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Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

893 kcal 45% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 16.9g 34% DV
Total Fat 59.3g 76% DV
Carbs 89.9g 33% DV
Fiber 19.6g 70% DV
Sugar 8.6g 17% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10093.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 2313.5mg 49% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 773.5mcg 86% DV
Vitamin C 181.3mg 100% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 561.8mg 43% DV
Iron 20.3mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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