New Mexican Style Şakşuka

Ingredients

While the original Turkish Şakşuka features Mediterranean flavors, our New Mexican adaptation incorporates the bold and spicy elements of Southwestern cuisine. We have replaced some of the traditional ingredients with New Mexican staples such as green chilies, cumin, and cilantro to infuse the dish with a distinctively vibrant and zesty taste. We alse have the original recipe for Şakşuka, so you can check it out.

• 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
• 1 onion, diced 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 medium-sized zucchinis, diced 2 medium-sized zucchinis, diced
• 2 tomatoes, diced 2 tomatoes, diced
• 2 green chilies, finely chopped 2 green chilies, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish) Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 120 kcal / 502 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 7g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 14g, 8g
• Protein: 2g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
3. 3.
   Add diced green and red bell peppers, zucchinis, and tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. 4.
   Stir in the chopped green chilies, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
5. 5.
   Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro.
6. 6.
   Serve hot as a main dish or a side.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Zucchinis — Make sure to dice the zucchinis into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
• Green chilies — Adjust the amount of green chilies according to your desired level of spiciness.
• Cilantro — Add fresh cilantro just before serving to enhance the flavors of the dish.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra smoky flavor, you can roast the bell peppers before dicing them.
• Serve the New Mexican Style Şakşuka with warm tortillas or crusty bread for a complete meal.
• Feel free to add other vegetables such as corn or black beans to customize the dish to your liking.
• If you prefer a milder version, remove the seeds from the green chilies before chopping.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated and enjoyed the next day as a delicious cold salad.

Serving advice

Serve the New Mexican Style Şakşuka as a main dish accompanied by warm tortillas or crusty bread. It can also be served as a side dish alongside grilled meats or as a topping for tacos or enchiladas.

Presentation advice

Garnish the New Mexican Style Şakşuka with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve it in a colorful ceramic dish to showcase the vibrant colors of the vegetables.