Description
A warm and comforting Turkish dish made with softly scrambled eggs, tomatoes, and peppers. Perfect for breakfast or any time of day, menemen is easy to make, budget-friendly, and packed with Mediterranean flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 green bell peppers, chopped
- 3 large tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1 small onion, finely diced (optional)
- 4 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Aleppo pepper or red chili flakes
- 1/4 cup crumbled white cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Place a skillet over medium heat and warm it for a minute.
- Add olive oil, then sauté the chopped green peppers and onions (if using) for 3–5 minutes until softened.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for 8–10 minutes until they break down into a saucy base.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and Aleppo pepper. Let simmer briefly.
- Lower the heat and pour in the beaten eggs. Stir gently just until the eggs begin to set.
- Sprinkle with crumbled cheese and parsley, then turn off the heat and let rest for a minute.
- Serve hot straight from the pan with bread.
Notes
- Do not overcook the eggs to keep them creamy.
- Use the ripest tomatoes for best flavor or high-quality canned if out of season.
- You can prep the vegetables in advance to save time in the morning.
- Add chili flakes if you prefer it spicier.