April 30, 2025

Sardine & Mediterranean Veg Bake (Shakshuka-Style)

Ingredients

  • 2 tins sardines (in extra virgin olive oil)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 eggplant, diced (optional but great for depth)
  • 1 red capsicum, sliced
  • 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp chilli flakes (optional)
  • Salt & pepper
  • 3–4 eggs
  • Fresh parsley or dill

Optional: Salmon chunks, prawns, feta cheese, olives


Directions


1. Build the base

  • Heat olive oil in a pan
  • Cook onion until soft
  • Add garlic, zucchini, eggplant, capsicum
  • Cook down until slightly caramelised

2. Create the sauce

  • Add tomato paste + spices → cook 1–2 mins
  • Pour in crushed tomatoes
  • Simmer until thick and rich

3. Add sardines

  • Gently place sardines into the sauce
  • Break slightly but keep some chunks

4. Eggs + bake

  • Make small wells → crack eggs in
  • Cover and cook (or bake at 180°C) until eggs set

5. Finish

  • Top with herbs, optional feta, olives
  • Drizzle a little olive oil

Nutrition Facts 2-3 Serving

  • Calories: 425
  • Protein: 34g
  • Fat: 27g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Net Carbs: 10.5g

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