How Many Calories in Shakshuka?
About 300 kcal for 2 eggs, no bread. Here's how it fits into your day, and how to make it lighter without giving it up.
How it fits your day
| A 1,500 kcal day (typical fat loss, women) | 20% |
| A 2,000 kcal day | 15% |
| A 2,500 kcal day (typical fat loss, men) | 12% |
The lighter swap
Add an extra egg white and have one slice of bread, not a basket.
Coach's take
Most of the calories here come from fat (oil, ghee, sauce or cheese). Ask for sauces on the side and you'll cut a big chunk without noticing.
Questions we get asked
How many calories are in Shakshuka?
About 300 kcal for 2 eggs, no bread, with 15g protein, 14g carbs and 20g fat. Values vary between restaurants.
Can I eat Shakshuka and still lose weight?
Yes. Fat loss depends on your total calories across the day, not one food. Shakshuka is about 15% of a 2,000 kcal day. Add an extra egg white and have one slice of bread, not a basket.
How long does it take to burn off Shakshuka?
About 60 minutes of brisk walking for a 75 kg adult. It's easier to adjust the portion than to try to burn it off, which is why we build favourite foods into our clients' plans.
Want a meal plan that still includes Shakshuka?
Tell us where to send it. Tarek & Chloe will build you a sample day around your favourite Dubai foods, so you can lose fat without giving them up.
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Lose fat without giving up Shakshuka
Our clients still eat shawarma and drink karak. We just build it into the plan.
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