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Test Shakshuka — Traditional Israeli Tomato & Egg Dish | Lev Haolam

Test Shakshuka — Traditional Israeli Tomato & Egg Dish | Lev Haolam

test A warm, hearty breakfast that originated in Tunisia and became an Israeli staple.

test Shakshuka is a flavorful dish of eggs poached in a spicy tomato sauce, perfect for family mornings or gatherings…

30 July 14:22

test The roots of Shakshuka trace back to Tunisian Jews who brought the recipe to Israel in the 1950s. Since then, it has become a national Israeli dish served in cafés worldwide…

test Health Benefits & Facts

test Low-calorie (~250 kcal per serving)
test Rich in lycopene (an antioxidant)
Vegetarian and easily veganizable
Quick to prepare (<30 minutes)

Ingredients:

fresh ripe tomatoes or a mix of heirloom tomatoes

10 oz

Ingredient name

4 tbsp

ingredient

4 tbsp

Ingredient name

10 oz

fresh ripe tomatoes or a mix of heirloom tomatoes

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test Chef’s Tips

test Shakshuka made with canned tomatoes can be quite good, but there’s really nothing like one made of fresh summer tomatoes. The dish has such few ingredients- it relies on the tomatoes alone, and those must be of the best flavor.

Step-by-Step Recipe:

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Cut the tomatoes in eight, keeping all juices.

Put oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. When oil is hot add jalapeño, cook for 10 seconds, then add tomatoes all at once...
2

2

Put oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.

When oil is hot add jalapeño, cook for 10 seconds, then add tomatoes all at once...
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3

Divide between 6 plates

Serve with good bread to absorb so you can finish the tomatoes to last drop.
4

4

Cut the tomatoes in eight, keeping all juices.

Put oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. When oil is hot add jalapeño, cook for 10 seconds...
5

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test Cut the tomatoes in eight.

When oil is hot add jalapeño, cook for 10 seconds, then add tomatoes all at once...

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Did you know that Shakshuka is even served at Israeli embassies abroad?

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For Jews, Christians, and Muslims, the Old City is much more than just a location—it’s a symbol of devotion, heritage, and faith. It’s a place of pilgrimage, of prayer, and of profound reflection, where believers from around the world gather to connect with their spiritual roots. The Old City has witnessed countless pivotal moments in the course of history, and it continues to serve as a focal point for those seeking to understand their place in the world’s spiritual narrative.

Shakshuka was named ‘Dish of the Year’ in New York in 2018.

The Old City of Jerusalem stands as a living testament to the intertwined histories and sacred connections of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam…
For Jews, Christians, and Muslims, the Old City is much more than just a location—it’s a symbol of devotion, heritage, and faith. It’s a place of pilgrimage, of prayer, and of profound reflection, where believers from around the world gather to connect with their spiritual roots. The Old City has witnessed countless pivotal moments in the course of history, and it continues to serve as a focal point for those seeking to understand their place in the world’s spiritual narrative.