Discover how to make a delicious, protein-rich shakshuka for just 4.80 CHF in Switzerland! This budget-friendly recipe is perfect for students, expats, or anyone trying to eat well without overspending.
Why Cook Budget-Friendly Meals in Switzerland?
Living in Switzerland can feel like a constant budgeting exercise—especially when it comes to food. But eating well doesn’t have to mean spending a fortune. I’m Alix, a French OBM student in Lucerne, and I created this series to prove that you can make flavorful, healthy meals for under 5 CHF.
Welcome back to Cook With Me for Less Than 5 Francs, where we combine low-cost ingredients with maximum taste.
Today’s Recipe
A staple in Middle Eastern and North African cuisine, shakshuka is a one-pan dish made with eggs poached in a spiced tomato and pepper sauce. It’s hearty, healthy, and incredibly easy to make.
- Vegetarian
- Ready in 20 minutes
- Packed with veggies and protein
- Costs just 4.80 CHF total!
Ingredients & Price
2 bell peppers: 1.00 CHF- 1 onion: 0.25 CHF
- 2 cloves garlic: 0.10 CHF
- 3 tomatoes or canned tomato sauce: 0.80
- CHF2-3 eggs: 1.20 CHF
- Olive oil (1 tbsp): 0.25 CHF
- Spices (salt, pepper, cumin): 0.10 CHF
- Fresh coriander: 0.30 CHF
Total = 4.80 CHF
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Start by dicing the onion, slicing the bell peppers (after removing the seeds), and mincing the garlic. If you have coriander, chop a bit and set it aside.
- In a pan, heat a bit of olive oil and sauté the onion, garlic, and peppers together until softened and lightly golden. Season with salt, pepper, and cumin.
- Add the tomatoes or sauce and let everything simmer on medium heat for about 10 minutes, until the mixture thickens. Stir in the coriander and a touch more olive oil if you like.
- Using a spoon, make little wells in the sauce and crack your eggs into them. Cover and let cook on medium for 8–10 minutes, until the egg whites are set but yolks still soft.
Watch the Video Recipe
Follow along in my quick step-by-step video:
Serving Suggestions
- Enjoy warm with crusty bread or pita.
- Add feta or chili flakes for a twist!
- Great for brunch, dinner, or a light lunch.
Tips Cooking Budget Friendly
- Buy spices in bulk or at Turkish/Middle Eastern markets
- Use canned tomatoes if fresh are too pricey
- Lidl, Aldi, and ethnic stores often have cheaper fresh produce
- Eggs are often cheaper in 10 packs
What do you think?
Tried this shakshuka?
Let me know how it turned out, or tag me on TikTok/Pinterest with your version! Got an idea for the next recipe? Drop it in the comments.
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I will try this recipe 😍😍😍😍😍
Do it!! So simple so good