“Israeli Brunch Delight: Mouthwatering Veggie Shakshuka with Crispy Zucchini Fritters”

Allergens

Eggs, Gluten (in the flour)

Ingredients

• 1 kg zucchini
• 2 cups all
• purpose flour
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Olive oil, for frying
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp ground coriander
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the zucchini fritters by grating the zucchini and squeezing out any excess liquid. In a bowl, combine the grated zucchini, flour, eggs, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, cilantro, dill, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create the fritter batter.
2. Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Form small balls of the zucchini mixture and carefully drop them into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown on all sides, then remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Set aside.
3. In another frying pan, sauté the chopped onion and garlic until fragrant. Add the crushed tomatoes, red and green bell peppers, paprika, cayenne pepper, ground cumin, and ground coriander. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. In a large skillet or oven safe dish, create an even layer of the tomato sauce mixture. Carefully crack the eggs on top of the sauce, ensuring they are evenly spaced. Season the eggs with salt and pepper.
5. Transfer the dish to a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven and bake for 12 15 minutes or until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain runny.
6. Serve the shakshuka hot, garnished with fresh herbs and additional Parmesan cheese, alongside the zucchini fritters.

Chef’s Insight

To achieve the perfect consistency for the zucchini fritters, ensure you remove as much moisture as possible from the grated zucchini.

Notes

To enhance the aroma of this dish, consider adding a pinch of saffron or sumac during the sauce preparation.