Easy Arabian Breakfast
Equipment
- 1 Oven Preheat to 180°C (356°F)
- 1 Grill Pan For charring bread
- 1 Small Saucepan For poaching eggs
- 1 Mixing Bowl For garnishing ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 slice Multigrain Bread Toasted
- 180 g Shakshuka Base Tomato-based sauce
- 150 g Grilled Halloumi Slightly golden
- 18 g Baby Spinach Fresh
- 20 g Labneh Strained yogurt cheese
- 2 g Basil Cress For garnish
- 5 ml Olive Oil Extra Virgin – Drizzled on bread
- 1 g Maldon Salt For seasoning
- 90 g Beef Chorizo Sausage Cooked and sliced
- 5 g Pistachios crushed – For garnish
- 1 g Mixed Cress For garnish
- 2 pcs Poached Eggs Cooked to preference
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F) and bake the beef chorizo sausage for 8-10 minutes until fully cooked.
- Drizzle olive oil over the multigrain bread and grill until golden and crisp.
- Slice the cooked sausage diagonally and return it to the oven with halloumi cheese until the cheese softens and turns slightly golden.
- Spread a generous layer of labneh on the toasted bread and season with Maldon salt.
- Layer the baby spinach over the labneh and add warm shakshuka base for a bold Middle Eastern flavor.
- Arrange the grilled halloumi and cooked sausage on top of the bread.
- Garnish with crushed pistachios, basil cress, and mixed cress for extra freshness.
- Top the dish with poached eggs cooked to your preferred doneness.
Notes
- Vegetarian Option: Replace beef chorizo with grilled mushrooms or avocado.
- Vegan Version: Use plant-based halloumi and swap poached eggs for tofu scramble.
- Spicy Upgrade: Add a drizzle of harissa or chili flakes.
- Gluten-Free: Substitute gluten-free bread or serve over quinoa.
Breakfast is to a good day what breakfast is to you and Arabian Mornings is just the right way to get yours going. Inspired by the breakfast plate of an eastern Mediterranean feast, this hearty breakfast features crunchy multigrain bread, juicy beef chorizo sausage (yes please!), creamy labneh and wilted greens alongside perfectly poached eggs. A Mouthful of Bold Tastes, Thick Consistency and Nutritious This is satisfying but much not too meals.
From Middle Eastern cuisine, Arabian mornings play with shakshuka, halloumi and Mediterranean spices so it is a exotic take on oven warming breakfast going somewhere familiar roots. Who: High source of protein and fiber, vitamins & healthy fats making it perfect for a protein energetic breakfast or brunch.
Shakshuka (POACHED EGGS IN SPICY TOMATO SAUCE) A popular North African dish in which eggs are poached in a spicy tomato sauce (which is enjoyed by a Middle Eastern tribe).
Halloumi Cheese — brined, non-soft cheese from Cyprus & the highest melting point cheese (it will give off a light golden smoke of grilling baby goodness).
Labneh- This is a yoghurt based cheese made by straining the liquids out (some commercial/professional products replace these whey compounds with vegetable foams)!
Olive Oil : Since Mediterranean cuisine relies heavily on a lot of olive oil – that gives it a deeper flavor and as a bonus – a fat bomb!
Pistachio- Pistachios are grown in the Middle East and are often used in sweet as well as savory dishes.
Key Ingredients Health Benefits
Multigrain Bread 🥖 High in fibre to aid your digestive system Offers the energy slowly-releasing carbohydrates to fuel you all day long so you never get hit with a sugar crash.
Nutrition: essential minerals such as magnesium, iron.
Shakshuka Base 🍅 From tomatoes, garlic and onions (oh my!) and spices antioxidants galore! High in lycopene, a strong anti-oxidant to support heart health. Spices like cumin & paprika (helps digestion and metabolism)
Halloumi Cheese 🧀 A great supplier of calcium, good for bone health. A Source of protein, handy for muscle rebuilding. With some good fats, but it is high in salt and should be eaten in limited amounts.
Chorizo de cerdo moruno (chili beef sausage) 🌭 High in protein and iron for muscle function as well as carrying oxygen in your body. Holds spices and smoked paprika to increase metabolism. Suggested to only eat in small quantities because of its fat
Labneh (strained yogurt) 🍶 A probiotic ingredient great for your tummy. High in protein and the good fats. high in calcium and vitamin B12 which is an important for bone and nerve function
Pistachios 🌰 It contains a ton of monoisaturated fats which is a good thing Boosts heart health and removes LDL cholesterol from the body. Fiber, protein — stays in body longer to keep you full. Serving Ideas & Customizations
Have a look at how you could do this recipe in a different style below:
Beef Chorizo can be replaced with grilled mushrooms avocado slices (Vegetarian Twist) Vegan: Tofu scramble made without eggs and use halloumi made from plants.
Hot Upgrade: You can drizzle some harissa or chili flakes on top if you like it spicy.
Put A Crunch On It: Roasted nuts or toasted sesame seeds (lightly salted) are both great!
Gluten Free Tip: Use gluten-free bread or have it served over quinoa.
The Perfect Beverages to Consume With Arabian Mornings
Pairing the proper beverage with your meal accentuates the flavors and entire experience. I mean.
some really good drink options:
Mint Tea 🍵 A classic middle eastern classic wait s point 4 flag – improves digestion and ech!! A nice cold, sparkling contrast.
Turkish Coffee ☕ It’s so rich and strong, its perfect to offset a creamy smoky flavor. Morning Caffeine Fix people ~ for your benefit. 3.A Splash of Orange Juice 🍊 Delicious, bright citrus provides nice contrast to the savory/creamy plate. Immunity booster-Vitamin C
Dates & Almond Milk Smoothie 💫FB Super tasty and B12 friendly (naturally it contains nearly every vitamin.. Basically sweet, healthy. With fiber and protein the meal is filled to the brim now.
Spiced Chai Latte ☕ The slight heat from the spices in shakshuka come through nicely. A good cozy drink, especially in a cold weather!
Meal Prep & Storage Tips
We can prepare some of the items in advance, so save time from doing now and then at another time of the week or day — prepping these for example can be:
Pre-makes the shakshuka base, then store in fridge for up to 4 days.
Pre-grill the halloumi cheese and then reheat before throwing them in.
Pre-cook the bread before hand and put it in an airtight container in the toaster.
Properly store Labneh and Olive Oil in the fridge so it does not go bad.
The Best Time of the Day to Eat This Dish
Perfect for breakfast or brunch — Extra Long Hours of Energy to be Efficient for the Day
Awesome for a Post-Workout Meal… rich in protein healthy fat and iron to snap muscle recovery.
Weekend Brunch Next Up the Gourmet Breakfast to Pick on a Date (you impress.. I mean, we all need our bragging rights) in our Sunday Menu!
Final Thoughts
Arabian Mornings is not just a morning breakfast, it is the way of the middle east in eating. This is an excellent option for people who need the full meal with its superfood textures, spices and wholesome ingredients perfect to kick your day off right in a big way.
Give it a try today and adapt it to your taste profile folks! Whether eating it solo or serving up to the masses this breakfast makes your be hungry for more to nourish, fuel and invigorate!
