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Shakshouka

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Shakshouka

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  2. First, pan fry the black pepper and garlic over a dry medium heat until fragrant.

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  4. Add a good amount of extra virgin olive oil and infuse for a minute.

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  6. Once the oil heats up, add the tomatoes and salt, and cover with a lid. Simmer for 5 minutes.

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  8. Remove the lid and mash the tomatoes. Reduce until you reach the desired consistency of choice.

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  10. Make craters for the eggs and lower the heat. Carefully crack the eggs into the craters, making sure it touches the pan and not the tomato sauce.

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  12. Cover the eggs and leave it for 5 minutes without lifting the lid.

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  14. Remove from the heat and let the residual heat steam the eggs for 1-2 minutes.

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  16. Serve with flatbread. Enjoy!

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