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Menemen Recipe

Turkish · Main course · 15 min total

A classic Turkish breakfast dish of scrambled eggs cooked with tomatoes, green peppers, and spices. This version is simple, flavorful, and ready in minutes.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 2 medium ripe tomatoes, grated or finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon tomato paste (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste)
• 4 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add onion and green pepper; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add grated tomatoes (and tomato paste if using), salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens slightly, about 3 minutes.
3. Reduce heat to low. Crack eggs directly into the skillet over the tomato mixture. Stir gently with a spatula to scramble the eggs, mixing them into the tomato mixture. Cook until eggs are just set but still creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately with crusty bread.

Tips

• For a richer flavor, use butter instead of olive oil.
• Serve with crusty bread or simit for dipping.
• Menemen is traditionally eaten for breakfast but can be enjoyed any time of day.

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