Description

A vibrant, herb-packed Green Shakshuka made with roasted tomatillos, tender Swiss chard, and perfectly baked eggs. Bright, zesty, and comforting, this twist on the classic is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.

Ingredients

1 lb fresh tomatillos, husks removed

3 1/2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided

Kosher salt

1 large bunch Swiss chard

1 medium onion, chopped

1 jalapeño, minced (optional)

3 cloves garlic, minced

Freshly ground black pepper

1/2 cup roughly chopped parsley

1/2 cup roughly chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish

6 large eggs

1 avocado, sliced (for garnish)

Cotija cheese, to taste

Warm tortillas or crusty bread, for serving

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
Quarter the tomatillos and toss with 1/2 Tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt. Roast for 20 minutes, flipping halfway, until softened and lightly charred. Reduce oven to 325°F (165°C).
Strip Swiss chard leaves from stems. Finely chop stems and leaves, keeping them separate.
Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add chard stems, onion, and jalapeño; cook 5–7 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
Add chard leaves in batches, wilting each before adding more. Cook about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
In a blender, combine roasted tomatillos, parsley, cilantro, remaining 1 Tbsp olive oil, and 1 cup water. Blend until smooth.
Pour the sauce into the skillet with the greens. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
Create six wells in the sauce and crack one egg into each. Season with salt and pepper.
Transfer skillet to the oven and bake 10–13 minutes, until whites are set and yolks remain runny.
Top with sliced avocado, cotija cheese, and fresh cilantro. Serve warm with tortillas or crusty bread.

Notes

Spinach, kale, or collards work well instead of Swiss chard.

For extra heat, keep jalapeño seeds or add crushed red pepper flakes.

Feta or queso fresco can be substituted for cotija.

Make the tomatillo sauce ahead to reduce prep time.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Breakfast/Brunch
Method: Baked & Stovetop
Cuisine: Middle Eastern / Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 280
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 430mg
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 13g
Cholesterol: 185mg