Eggs poached in a vibrant green herb sauce
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
20 min
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4
1 skillet
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Budget
$
Eggs poached in a vibrant green herb sauce
A green twist on classic shakshuka with eggs poached in a vibrant sauce of spinach, herbs, and green chili. Lighter and more herbaceous than the red version.
10m
Prep Time
20m
Cook Time
30m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Budget $
Cost
(Updated )
Green shakshuka swaps tomatoes for a verdant sauce of spinach, cilantro, and green chilies. The result is a lighter, more delicate dish that's equally satisfying for breakfast or dinner.
Sauté garlic and green chili in olive oil over medium heat for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add spinach in batches, stirring until wilted. Add chopped herbs and cook 1 minute.
Season with salt, pepper, and cumin. Stir in half the feta.
Make 6 wells in the green mixture. Crack an egg into each well. Cover and cook 5-7 minutes until whites are set but yolks are runny.
Top with remaining feta, a drizzle of olive oil, and serve with crusty bread.
Serve with crusty artisan bread for dipping
Finish with a drizzle of high-quality extra virgin olive oil
Pair with a simple arugula salad dressed in lemon vinaigrette
Serve alongside fresh fruit and your favorite morning beverage
Heartier greens with similar results
Tangier and creamier in the sauce
Test Kitchen Pick
Olive Oil
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Shop olive oil for this recipeCover the pan to ensure the egg whites set while keeping yolks runny.
Add a splash of cream to the greens for an even richer sauce.
Best eaten immediately. Does not store well.
Not recommended as eggs will overcook. Make fresh each time.
Per serving (280mg) · 4 servings
A moderate-calorie serving · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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