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Mexican Shakshuka

Mexican Shakshuka

Here's how to make the same old scrambled eggs exciting! In this recipe, a traditional Middle Eastern dish gets a makeover in this version with Southwestern spices, lime, and cilantro. Delicious! Best part? All it takes is one skillet and a few minutes of prep.

Susan Ohtake, Certified Personal Trainer
Susan Ohtake

Certified Personal Trainer

mexican shakshuka
mexican shakshuka
mexican shakshuka

Serves 2-3

Prep time: 20 minutes

This is perfect for an impressive brunch dish, or casual weeknight meal. You can change it up by adding cheese, sour cream, or additional spices.

Looks and tastes amazing, but only requires one pan and a few minutes!

ingredients for mexican shakshuka

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon oregano

1 10-ounce can diced tomatoes with green chilis, with juices

6 eggs

Juice of 1 lime

1 avocado, pitted and sliced

Fresh chopped cilantro

Sea salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste

ingredients for mexican shakshuka being cooked in a bottomed skillet

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a heavy bottomed skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic. Cook until softened.

  • Add the seasonings and cook for another minute or so.

  • Add the diced tomatoes and simmer for about 5 minutes.

  • Add the eggs to the pan and cover.

  • Cook for 8-10 minutes, until eggs are done to your liking.

  • Drizzle the lime juice over top.

  • Serve topped with sliced avocado and fresh cilantro.

ready to eat mexican shakshuka

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GET VISIBLE RESULTS IN THE NEXT 21 DAYS.

Watch your body transform faster than you ever thought possible. The 21-Day Metabolic Reset gets you lean, toned, and fit in a fraction of the time with short, high-intensity workouts you can do from home with just a pair of dumbbells. All levels welcome.

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