Shakshuka

What it costs

Estimated from German discount supermarket prices (Aldi and Lidl) in October 2026. Only the amount used is counted, not the whole pack. Prices vary by store and country.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp paprika, a pinch of chili flakes
• 400 g canned chopped tomatoes
• 4 eggs
• 50 g feta
• A little fresh parsley
• Salt
• Bread for dipping

Steps

1. Soften the onion and pepper in the olive oil for 5–6 minutes.
2. Add the garlic and spices and stir for 1 minute.
3. Add the tomatoes and a pinch of salt and simmer for about 10 minutes until thick.
4. Make 4 little wells in the sauce and crack an egg into each.
5. Cover and cook on low for 5–7 minutes, until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
6. Crumble over the feta, scatter parsley and serve straight from the pan with bread.

Handy to have

• Cast-iron pan