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Flavorful Masala Shakshuka with Paneer Easy Homemade Recipe for Warm Naan

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A vibrant twist on classic shakshuka blending North African and Indian flavors with spiced tomato sauce, poached eggs, and creamy paneer, served with warm naan bread.

Ingredients

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  • 200g (7 oz) paneer, cubed
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 4 medium ripe tomatoes, diced, or one 14 oz (400g) can of crushed tomatoes
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece ginger, grated
  • 1 small green chili, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • ½ teaspoon red chili powder
  • A small handful fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt to taste (Himalayan pink salt recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons oil (mustard oil or neutral vegetable oil)
  • 2–3 pieces warm naan bread

Instructions

  1. Prep the ingredients: Dice tomatoes, chop onion and green chili, mince garlic, grate ginger, and cube paneer into roughly 1-inch pieces. Crack eggs into separate small bowls. (About 10 minutes)
  2. Toast cumin seeds: Heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let sizzle for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
  3. Sauté aromatics: Add chopped onion and green chili to skillet. Cook 5-6 minutes until onion is soft and golden. Add garlic and ginger, cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Add spices: Sprinkle garam masala, turmeric, and red chili powder. Stir well for about 1 minute to release aroma.
  5. Cook tomatoes: Add diced or canned tomatoes and a pinch of salt. Simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and deepens in color.
  6. Incorporate paneer: Fold in paneer cubes and warm through for 3-4 minutes. Optionally pan-fry paneer beforehand for extra texture.
  7. Poach eggs: Make 4 wells in sauce. Carefully pour eggs into wells. Cover skillet with lid, reduce heat to low, and cook 5-7 minutes for runny yolks or longer for firmer eggs.
  8. Finish and garnish: Remove skillet from heat. Sprinkle chopped cilantro and cracked black pepper if desired.
  9. Serve with warm naan bread for scooping and savoring.

Notes

Toast spices gently to avoid bitterness. Use ripe tomatoes for natural sweetness. Simmer sauce slowly for best flavor. Pan-fry paneer for extra texture if desired. Cover skillet while poaching eggs to cook evenly. Warm naan while sauce simmers. Add splash of water or broth if sauce is too thick. If egg yolk breaks, stir in for creamy texture.

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Keywords: masala shakshuka, paneer shakshuka, Indian shakshuka, spiced tomato sauce, poached eggs, naan bread, easy shakshuka recipe, vegetarian, brunch recipe

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