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Shakshuka Breakfast Pizza Recipe topped with eggs, herbs, and vibrant tomato-pepper sauce

Best Shakshuka Breakfast Pizza Recipe


  • Author: Velma
  • Total Time: PT30M
  • Yield: 1 pizza 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Shakshuka Breakfast Pizza combines the bold, saucy flavors of classic Middle Eastern shakshuka with the crispy, chewy goodness of a homemade (or store-bought) pizza crust.


Ingredients

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For the Shakshuka Sauce

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

For the Pizza

  • 1 prepared pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 11 ½ cups shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 34 large eggs
  • Olive oil for brushing the crust

Optional Toppings

  • Fresh parsley or cilantro
  • Sliced olives
  • Red pepper flakes
  • Green onions
  • Za’atar seasoning

Instructions

1. Make the Shakshuka Sauce

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and red pepper; cook 5–6 minutes until softened.
  3. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
  4. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, paprika, cumin, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
  5. Simmer 10–12 minutes until thickened.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Let cool slightly.

2. Prepare the Pizza Base

  1. Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) or the highest safe temperature for your oven.
  2. Roll or stretch the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle.
  3. Transfer to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
  4. Brush edges with olive oil.

3. Assemble

  1. Spread a generous layer of shakshuka sauce over the dough.
  2. Sprinkle mozzarella evenly over the sauce.
  3. Add feta crumbles.
  4. Create 3–4 small wells in the cheese.
  5. Crack an egg into each well.

4. Bake

  1. Bake 12–15 minutes, or until crust is golden, eggs are set to your liking, and cheese is melted.
  2. For runny yolks, check at the 11–12 minute mark.
  3. For firmer yolks, bake slightly longer.

5. Serve

  • Garnish with parsley or cilantro.
  • Add olives, red pepper flakes, or a sprinkle of za’atar.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can par-bake the crust for 4–5 minutes before assembling to prevent sogginess.
  • For extra spice, add harissa paste to the tomato mixture.
  • Sub in goat cheese instead of feta for a creamier finish.
  • Prep Time: PT15M
  • Cook Time: PT15M
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of pizza
  • Calories: 380 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 640mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 155mg