Turkish Menemen (Scrambled Eggs with Tomatoes)
A traditional Turkish breakfast dish featuring eggs scrambled with tomatoes, peppers, and spices.
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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Servings
4
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 3 medium tomatoes, diced
- 2 green peppers, diced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Turkish bread (simit or pide) for serving
Recommended Tools
Traditional Turkish Cookware
Authentic pans perfect for cooking menemen
Mediterranean Spice Set
Essential spices for Turkish cuisine
Serving Plates Set
Beautiful plates for serving Turkish breakfast
Instructions
- 1Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- 2Add onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3Add green peppers and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- 4Add diced tomatoes, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- 5Cook until tomatoes break down and release their juices, about 5-7 minutes.
- 6Beat eggs lightly in a bowl.
- 7Pour eggs over the tomato mixture.
- 8Gently stir occasionally until eggs are just set but still creamy.
- 9Garnish with parsley and serve hot with Turkish bread.
Pro Tip
Don't overcook the eggs - they should remain slightly creamy. Serve immediately while hot.
