BLDG 5 Shakshuka

A hearty, plant-based Israeli stew from the vibrant menu at BLDG 5

by

Lucie Monk Carter

Ingredients:

1 medium onion (sliced)

1 green bell pepper (sliced)

4 cloves garlic (chopped)

1 Tablespoon olive oil

1 pound vine ripe tomatoes (quartered)

2 ounces of feta

2 teaspoons cumin 

2 teaspoons smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon cayenne

Cooked garbanzo beans for garnish

Salt and pepper to taste

1 farm fresh egg (optional)

Naan or pita bread for dipping.

Method:

1. Sweat first 3 ingredients in olive oil until onions are transparent (about 5 to 7 minutes). 

2. Add cumin, smoked  paprika, cayenne, tomatoes and simmer for 25 minutes. 

3. Turn off heat, add feta and blend. 

4. Garnish with a sunny-side-up egg (optional), garbanzo beans and a touch of feta. 

5. Serve with warm Naan or pita bread. 

Enjoy!

Read more about BLDG 5’s vegetable-forward menu in Lucie Monk Carter’s review from our January 2020 issue. 

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