Shabbat Made Easy: Viral Oven-Baked Matbucha Recipe Takes the Internet by Storm

Sivan’s Kitchen, a popular US-based food blogger, recently shared a quick recipe for Matbucha, a traditional Moroccan tomato dip. The video, published on May 16th, 2025, quickly gained popularity. Sivan emphasizes the recipe's oven-friendly nature, making it ideal for busy cooks. "Ain't nobody got time today to babysit a pot of tomatoes for three hours," she says, highlighting the convenience. The recipe uses readily available ingredients: tomatoes, peppers, jalapeños, garlic, olive oil, date molasses (or sugar), paprika, and salt. The ingredients are baked together for 1 hour and 45 minutes, resulting in a jammy, spicy dip. The video shows the finished product being served in small bowls and stored for later use, emphasizing its versatility. With over 9000 views and 665 likes in just a day, the video demonstrates the recipe's appeal to a wide audience.