Green Shakshuka

This is a great weekend brunch recipe! Leafy green vegetables are highly effective at balancing hormone levels and contain loads of iron to keep you feeling your best.

When given the proper nutrients, our bodies have the incredible ability to flourish. Be mindful of how you are caring for yours—with fats, proteins, antioxidants, and herbs— your body is able to restore healthy hormone levels more easily.

Serves 2

Ingredients

1 tbsp avocado oil

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

20g mushrooms, sliced

½ tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp dried oregano

½ tsp cumin

1 bunch kale

4 eggs (4 tbsp chickpeas for vegan version)

Sea salt & pepper

2 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped

Micro-greens (optional)

Parsley (optional)

Avocado (slices, for serving)

Method:

• Preheat oven to 190°C. Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add diced onions and mushrooms and sauté for 3-4 mins.
• Add seasonings: garlic, spices, and cook for another minute or so. 
• Stir in the kale and season with salt and pepper. Add 2 teaspoons water and cook until kale softens, about 1-2 minutes.
• Use a wooden spoon to create four small wells in the mixture and crack an egg into each one (add 1 tbsp chickpeas into each well for vegan version).
• Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 7-10 mins, until the egg whites are set or until desired texture.
• Add fresh cracked black pepper and garnish with fresh herbs, micro-greens and serve with avocado as desired.
• Enjoy!