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Nutritional Values
280kcal
4gProtein
35gCarbs
15gFat
7gFibre
250 gServing
* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.
Şakşuka
How to order / say it
Say it
Antalya Usulü Şakşuka — [shack-SHOO-kah]
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I'd like the Antalya Şakşuka, please.
Locally
Antalya usulü şakşuka alabilir miyim, lütfen?
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A flavorful vegetable dish with eggplant, potatoes, and tomato sauce.
Why try it?
Şakşuka represents Antalya's rich blend of Mediterranean influences, a delightful example of how fresh, local vegetables can be transformed into a beloved dish full of flavor and color.
How it tastes
The dish is a medley of rich, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors, with a pleasing combination of soft and crispy textures from fried vegetables topped with a savory tomato sauce.
Origin & History — first documented: 1920
An adaptation of Middle Eastern shakshouka, Antalya's version became popular in the early 20th century, highlighting local produce like eggplants and tomatoes. It became a household staple due to its simple yet satisfying nature.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥕 300 g eggplant
- 🥕 200 g potatoes
- 🥕 100 g bell pepper
- 🥕 70 g tomato paste
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic
- 🫒 50 ml olive oil
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🧂 1/2 tsp pepper
Method
- 1 Dice eggplants and potatoes, fry in olive oil until golden.
- 2 In a separate pan, sauté bell peppers and garlic.
- 3 Combine all vegetables, then mix with tomato paste, salt, and pepper.
- 4 Cook for an additional 10 minutes; serve warm.
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