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Macedonian Shakshuka with Ajvar

Katerina | Diethood
A wonderful rustic meal prepared with baked eggs in a flavorful roasted red pepper sauce called, Ajvar. Macedonian Shakshuka is the ideal one-skillet breakfast meal to feed a hungry crowd. 
Servings : 6 servings
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, avocado oil or olive oil are also OK to use
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, or use 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 jar (24 ounces) Ajvar
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup crumbled feta, divided
  • 4 to 5 eggs

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400˚F.
  • Set cast iron skillet or any heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add oil to the heated skillet.
  • Add onions to the hot oil and cook for 2 minutes, or until softened.
  • Stir in garlic and cook for 20 seconds.
  • Add Ajvar; stir to combine and season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir in 1/2 cup crumbled feta.
  • Cook for 8 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Remove from heat. Taste for salt and pepper and adjust.
  • Using a spoon, Make 4 to 5 wells in the sauce.
  • Add eggs to each well.
  • Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, or until eggs are baked.
  • Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with remaining feta and parsley; serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 271 kcal | Carbohydrates: 11 g | Protein: 9 g | Fat: 21 g | Saturated Fat: 8 g | Trans Fat: 0 g | Cholesterol: 131 mg | Sodium: 988 mg | Potassium: 73 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 6 g | Vitamin A: 280 IU | Vitamin C: 2 mg | Calcium: 144 mg | Iron: 1 mg

Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.

Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Dinner
Cuisine: Macedonian, Mediterranean
Keyword: ajvar recipe, baked eggs, one pot meals vegetarian, shakshuka, vegetarian recipe