Step 1

Peel and chop onion. Peel and mince garlic. Wash and chop bell pepper.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet.

Step 3

Add chopped onions, minced garlic, and chopped bell pepper and sauté for 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add smoked paprika, fennel seeds, cumin seeds, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and sugar and sauté for 1 minute.

Step 5

Add canned diced tomatoes and canned drained chickpeas, cover, and simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Remove lid and allow to simmer for an additional 5 minutes, until thick and bubbly.

Step 7

While shakshuka is simmering, place slices of whole grain bread in a toaster, toaster oven, or oven and toast until crisp and golden brown. And make some of our super easy soy-free, gluten-free Vegan Fried Eggs to accompany this delicious dish.