Şakşuka

Ingredients:

• 2 medium eggplants, diced
• 2 medium potatoes, diced
• 2 medium green bell peppers, diced
• 2 medium tomatoes, diced
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste
• Parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet or frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced eggplants and potatoes. Sauté until they start to brown and soften, about 8-10 minutes. Remove them from the pan and set aside.

2. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until they become soft and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

3. Add the diced green peppers to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.

4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook the mixture for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the tomatoes to break down slightly.

5. Return the cooked eggplants and potatoes to the skillet. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is heated through and well combined.

6. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

7. Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the Şakşuka to a serving dish.

8. Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro before serving.

9. Serve Şakşuka warm or at room temperature as a delicious side dish or appetizer.

Enjoy your homemade Şakşuka!