Seafood Shakshuka Skillet
Craving something bold and comforting? This spicy seafood simmer is ready in under 30 minutes.
When you're exhausted but still want a dinner that feels like a warm hug, this Seafood Shakshuka is your best friend. It transforms the traditional North African staple by swapping out standard proteins for succulent shrimp and flakes of white fish. The base is a rich, aromatic tomato sauce simmered with garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika, creating a deep flavor profile without requiring hours of prep. It’s incredibly low-friction because everything happens in one skillet, meaning less cleanup for your tired brain. Serve it straight from the pan with a piece of crusty bread to mop up every last drop of that spicy sauce—it's pure comfort on a plate.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp — peeled and deveined
- 0.5 lb white fish fillets — such as cod or tilapia, cubed
- 2 unit large tomatoes — diced
- 1 unit onion — finely chopped
- 4 unit cloves garlic — minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper — adjust for heat
- 2 floz crushed tomatoes
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 0.5 tsp fresh cilantro — chopped for garnish
Method
- 1 Heat a large skillet over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic for 4-5 minutes until softened.
- 2 Stir in the cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3 Add the diced tomatoes and crushed tomatoes. Simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- 4 Stir in the salt and black pepper to taste.
- 5 Gently fold in the shrimp and fish pieces. Simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the seafood is opaque and cooked through.
- 6 Top with fresh cilantro and serve immediately from the skillet.
Variations
- Vegetarian Twist — Replace the seafood with 10 oz of chickpeas and some chopped zucchini.
- Extra Spicy — Add a diced jalapeño along with the onions for an extra kick of heat.
Notes
If you want extra richness, add a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream on top before serving to balance the spice.
Equipment that helps
- Large Skillet — Allows you to cook the sauce and seafood in one vessel, minimizing cleanup.
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