Chef John's Shakshuka

By Chef John

4.75 / 5

15min

30min

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion diced
½ cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 teaspoon salt or more to taste
1 cup diced red bell pepper
1 jalapeno pepper seeded and sliced
1 teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus more to taste
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (28 ounce) can crushed San Marzano tomatoes, or other high-quality plum tomatoes
½ cup water or more as needed
6 large eggs
2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley