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Menemen (Turkish Tomato Scrambled Eggs) Recipe

Menemen (Turkish Tomato Scrambled Eggs) Recipe
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Menemen is a flavorful and satisfying Turkish dish featuring scrambled eggs cooked with tomatoes, peppers, and a blend of spices. This recipe offers a delicious and easy way to enjoy a taste of Turkey for breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper or Turkish sivri pepper, diced
  • 2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped or grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 large eggs

Garnish:

  • fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil: In a skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil.
  2. Sauté onion: Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 2–3 minutes.
  3. Cook pepper: Add the diced pepper and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
  4. Add tomatoes and spices: Stir in the tomatoes, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until the mixture thickens slightly, about 5–7 minutes.
  5. Scramble eggs: Crack the eggs into the skillet over the tomato mixture. Let them sit briefly, then gently stir to scramble. Cook until just set but still soft, about 2–3 minutes.
  6. Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, and serve hot with crusty bread.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, consider adding a small spoonful of butter to the olive oil.
  • Variations may include feta cheese or spicy sausage like sucuk.
  • You can adjust the doneness of the eggs to your preference.

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