Perfectly plump corn tortillas cradle a captivating concoction of fiery red shakshuka imbued with caramelized cauliflower florets. The dish glows with contrasting bursts of lime green avocado slices, flecks of brilliant white feta cheese, and vivid yellow egg yolks. A sprinkle of coriander leaves create a refreshing, lively topping.

Crazy-Cauli Shakshuka Tacos

Name: Crazy-Cauli Shakshuka Tacos
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: 1 large cauliflower cut into small florets; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1 can (400g) chopped tomatoes; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes; 4 free range eggs; 4 small corn tortillas; 1 ripe Hass avocado sliced; 60g crumbled feta cheese; Pinch of sea salt; to taste black pepper; handful fresh coriander leaves chopped

Middle-east-meets-Mexican in this innovative, vibrant brunch.

Category Brunch

Prep 20 minutes

Cook 45 minutes

Style Fusion

Technique Baking

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily recipe · July 19, 2025

A little about this dish

This brunch recipe takes a wonderful twist on the traditional by incorporating cauliflower, a versatile and nutritious vegetable, often overlooked by many. The special fusion touch to this brunch comes from blending Middle Eastern spices and Mexican elements.

Ingredients (for 2)

Large cauliflower — 1 — cut into small florets
Olive oil — 2 tablespoons
Cumin seeds — 1 teaspoon
Chopped tomatoes — 1 can (400g)
Tomato paste — 2 tablespoons
Smoked paprika — 1 teaspoon
Ground coriander — 1/2 teaspoon
Chili flakes — 1/4 teaspoon
Free range eggs — 4
Corn tortillas — 4 small
Ripe hass avocado — 1 — sliced
Crumbled feta cheese — 60g
Sea salt — Pinch of
Black pepper — to taste
Fresh coriander leaves — handful — chopped

Preparation

Step 1 — 🔥⏲️🔛

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2 — 🌼🥣🔥

Toss the cauliflower florets in olive oil and cumin seeds on a baking tray, then roast them in the oven for 20 minutes or until they're golden.
Step 3 — 🍅🥘🧂

In a large pan, combine the chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, smoked paprika, ground coriander, chili flakes, and a pinch of salt, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
Step 4 — 🥣🌼🔄

Transfer the roasted cauliflower into the tomato mixture and stir to combine.
Step 5 — 🥚🕳️🍳

Make four small wells in the mixture and gently crack an egg into each. Allow the eggs to cook for approximately 10 minutes or until they are done to your preference.
Step 6 — 🌽🍽️🔥

While the eggs are cooking, warm up your corn tortillas in a clean pan over a medium flame.
Step 7 — 🍽️🥑🧀

Serve this shakshuka in warm tortillas, topped with slices of avocado, crumbled feta cheese, seasoned with black pepper and sprinkled with fresh, chopped coriander leaves.

A final fox tip

This recipe, although fusion, possesses homely and honest flavors of the Middle East and Mexico. Kids can help by being in charge of the tortilla warming and table setting. Fun fact, Cauliflower is high in fiber and B-vitamins and also contains antioxidants to boost your overall health!