Coffee & Tomato Shakshuka

Made with Grinders Darkoko Coffee – Paid Brand Collaboration

Start your morning right with a pan of slow-simmered shakshuka infused with the rich, earthy depth of Grinders Darkoko Coffee. The coffee softens the acidity of the tomatoes and brings out their natural sweetness, creating a sauce that feels warm, round, and deeply comforting. Perfect for slow breakfasts, lazy spring lunches, or an easy dinner shared with good bread and better company.

By Matt

Coffee & Tomato Shakshuka

Name: Coffee & Tomato Shakshuka
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Base; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 small brown onion, finely diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp smoked paprika; ½ tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp mild chilli flakes (or adjust to taste); 2 tbsp tomato paste; 400 g can diced tomatoes (or 3–4 ripe fresh tomatoes, chopped); 1 tsp brown sugar; 60 ml (¼ cup) strong Grinders Darkoko Coffee, brewed ( you can also use a double espresso shot and a dash of water); Salt and cracked black pepper to taste; Eggs & Garnish; 4 free-range eggs; ½ cup crumbled feta; A handful of fresh herbs such as parsley, mint, or coriander; Optional: sliced spring onion, avocado, or microgreens; To Serve; Warm crusty bread, pita, or toasted sourdough

Made with Grinders Darkoko Coffee – Paid Brand Collaboration

Prep Time10m

Cooking Time25m

Total Time35m

Serves4

Ingredients

Base
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small brown onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp ground cumin
1 tsp mild chilli flakes (or adjust to taste)
2 tbsp tomato paste
400 g can diced tomatoes (or 3–4 ripe fresh tomatoes, chopped)
1 tsp brown sugar
60 ml (¼ cup) strong Grinders Darkoko Coffee, brewed ( you can also use a double espresso shot and a dash of water)
Salt and cracked black pepper to taste
Eggs & Garnish
4 free-range eggs
½ cup crumbled feta
A handful of fresh herbs such as parsley, mint, or coriander
Optional: sliced spring onion, avocado, or microgreens
To Serve
Warm crusty bread, pita, or toasted sourdough

Method

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and cook the onion for 3–4 minutes until soft and translucent. Add garlic, paprika, cumin, and chilli flakes and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Mix in tomato paste, diced tomatoes, brown sugar, and Grinders Darkoko Coffee. Season, then simmer for 10–12 minutes until thick and glossy.
Make small wells, crack in the eggs, and cover. Cook gently for 5–7 minutes until the whites are set and the yolks are still soft.
Top with feta and herbs, drizzle with olive oil, and serve straight from the pan with warm bread for dipping.