Menemen
🔪 PREP TIME 5 mins
🔥 COOK TIME 10 mins
🍽️ SERVINGS 2 Servings
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Nutritional Breakdown
Calories 503 kcal
Protein 47.7 g
Carbs 13.8 g
Fat 29.4 g
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2 Servings
- Egg3 pcs
- Tomato2 pcs
- Green Pepper2 pcs
- Olive Oil2 tbsp
- Salt1 tsp
- Black Pepper0.5 tsp
💡 Short Description
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Classic Turkish egg dish with tomatoes and peppers.
👨🍳 Cooking Instructions
Full recipe instructions for preparing Menemen
🔥 Prep
- Crack the 3 eggs into a bowl and whisk lightly.
- Dice the 2 medium tomatoes into small cubes (about 1 cm).
- Slice the 2 green peppers into thin rings or strips.
- Measure out 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp black pepper, keeping them ready.
🔥 Cook
- 1. Heat the 2 tbsp olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- 2. Add the sliced green peppers and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
- 3. Add the diced tomatoes, sprinkle with the 1 tsp salt and 0.5 tsp black pepper, and cook for 5-6 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and release their juices.
- 4. Reduce the heat to low, pour the whisked eggs over the vegetable mixture, and let them sit undisturbed for 30 seconds to begin setting.
- 5. Gently stir the eggs with a spatula, scrambling them into the tomato‑pepper base, and continue to cook for 2‑3 minutes over low heat until the eggs are just set but still creamy.
- 6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then remove the pan from the heat.
🔥 Serve
- Spoon the hot menemen onto warm plates or a shallow serving dish.
- Serve immediately with slices of fresh Turkish bread (pide or simit) for dipping.
- Accompany with a side of sliced cucumbers, olives, and crumbled feta cheese if desired.
- Pair with a glass of Turkish black tea or ayran for a complete breakfast.
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