Menemen
A traditional Turkish breakfast dish consisting of eggs gently scrambled with sautéed peppers, tomatoes, and spices, typically served with fresh bread.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (Aleppo or Turkish pul biber if available)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 6 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (optional), crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 loaf crusty bread (for serving)
Instructions
-
1
Heat the 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
-
2
Add the 1 diced yellow onion and 1 diced green bell pepper and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
-
3
Add the 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
-
4
Add the 4 diced ripe tomatoes, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (Aleppo or Turkish pul biber if available), 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and form a sauce.
-
5
Reduce heat to medium-low. Make small wells in the tomato mixture and pour the 6 beaten large eggs into the pan.
-
6
Allow the eggs to set slightly for about 30 seconds, then gently stir and fold them into the tomato mixture. Do not stir vigorously; the eggs should form soft curds mixed with the sauce.
-
7
Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the eggs are just set but still soft and creamy.
-
8
Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional) (if using) and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
-
9
Serve immediately with warm 1 loaf crusty bread (for serving) for dipping.