Eggplant & Tomato Shakshuka with Cumin and Fresh Parsley

Allergen Warning

• Eggs are a major allergen. Clearly label this dish as containing eggs and verify all diners have no egg allergies before serving. Do not use eggs as a substitute ingredient without re-screening for allergies.

Cooking Temperature

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High Risk Population

• This dish contains eggs cooked to a runny-yolk doneness. Pregnant women, young children, elderly individuals, and immunocompromised persons face elevated risk of salmonella infection from undercooked eggs. Prepare fully cooked portions separately if serving to these groups.

Cross Contamination

• Raw egg shells and raw egg contents are high-risk contamination sources. Use dedicated utensils for cracking eggs. Sanitize all contact surfaces, cookware, and hands immediately after handling raw eggs. Never use the same spoon that touched raw eggs for stirring the sauce.

Storage

• Refrigerate leftover shakshuka within 2 hours of cooking. Store in shallow airtight containers at 40°F (4°C) or below. Consume within 2 days. Reheat to 165°F (74°C) before serving, ensuring egg yolks are heated through.

Handling

• Crack eggs into a separate bowl before adding to the pan to catch any shell fragments and to verify egg quality. Discard any eggs with cracked shells, unusual odor, or suspicious appearance before they contact other ingredients.