Tomato-and-egg comfort foods with endless variations

Israeli breakfast culture is famous for being savory, generous, and designed for sharing—often built around one-pan dishes. Shakshuka (eggs poached in spiced tomato-pepper sauce) is the emblem: simple ingredients, big flavor, and a natural fit for dipping bread. It’s common in cafés and home kitchens, and it has become a recognizable “Israeli-style” dish internationally.