Ingredients
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3
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1/2
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1
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1
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1
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2 - 3
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3
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1
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1
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1
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1
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1 - 2
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1
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Directions
Algerian Poached Eggs (Chakchouka), These eggs are poached in a delicious in a pepper ragout This dish, with many variations, is a popular breakfast in North Africa, especially in Algeria and Tunisia Most recipes include the eggs, but they can actually be left out as well for Vegetarians that do not eat eggs VARIATION: Sometimes fresh shrimp or a spicy lamb sausage called merguez is added to the simmering peppers along with the eggs , I made this about a week in a half ago and now have to remember what I did Spanish smoked paprika replaced part of standard paprika The potatoes were added at the same time as onions The bells (not green however) were added the last 10 minutes of cooking time I garnished the eggs with all those garnished suggested Yum! Served with freshly steamed asparagus and green beans, Recipe #366129, crusty bread and Recipe #185756 Delicious meal! Thank you, NcMS!, Truly wonderful dish with a fabulous combination of flavours I made pretty much as written, but left the lid off for a bit to let some of the liquid cook down Also followed the suggestion to shorten the cooking time for the eggs I didn’t have harissa on hand, but used two long green chillies Sprinkled with a mix of parsley and coriander (cilantro), and was rather heavy-handed with my beloved capers Yum, yum! Thanks for posting
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Steps
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1
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In a Deep Skillet, Heat the Oil Over Medium Heat. Add Cumin Seed to the Hot Oil For About 15 Seconds Before You Add the Paprika. Stir in Paprika and Let Cook Slightly to Color the Oil, About 10-15 Seconds. |
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2
Done
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Add the Onions and Garlic (add Optional Harissa Here) and Saut Until Onions Are Translucent and Wilted but not Browned, About 5 Minutes. |
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3
Done
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Add Tomatoes and Bring to a Rapid Simmer. Add Peppers (also Add Seeded and Diced Chili Peppers Here If Using) & Potatoes, Water and Salt and Pepper. Reduce Heat to Low, and Simmer, Covered, For About 10 Minutes. Add More Water as Needed. |
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4
Done
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Form Four Small Indentations in the Simmering Peppers to Hold the Eggs. Crack Eggs, One by One, Into a Small Bowl and Slide Each Egg Into an Indentation. Cover and Simmer Another 10 Minutes or So Until Eggs Are Cooked Through. |
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5
Done
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Sprinkle With Chopped Parsley or Cilantro and Optional Black Olives and Capers. |
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6
Done
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Serve With Crusty Bread or Rice. |
