Description
Menemen (Turkish Egg Scramble) is a vibrant, savory dish that brings the essence of Turkish cuisine to your table. This easy-to-make recipe combines creamy scrambled eggs with fresh tomatoes and bell peppers, seasoned with aromatic spices for a delightful taste experience. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any time hunger strikes, Menemen is both comforting and nutritious. Serve it alongside crusty bread or your favorite toppings like feta cheese or fresh herbs for an added burst of flavor. Enjoy the delicious blend of textures and tastes that will make this dish a new favorite in your home.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small white onion, finely diced
- 1 large green bell pepper, diced
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes with juices
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper
- 3–4 eggs
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and bell pepper; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Reduce heat to medium and stir in diced tomatoes, butter, Aleppo pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Crack eggs over the tomato mixture. Allow them to cook for about 1 minute before gently stirring to create swirls while keeping some egg intact.
- Cook until eggs are just set but still soft, about 3-4 minutes total.
- Serve immediately with desired garnishes and crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 recipe (220g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 370mg