How to Make Menemen - A Step-by-Step Guide

Menemen is a delicious and hearty Turkish dish that is perfect for a leisurely weekend breakfast or brunch. It is made with simple ingredients like tomatoes, peppers, and eggs, but the combination of flavors and textures is utterly delightful. This dish has a rich history and has been enjoyed in Turkey for generations, making it a staple in Turkish cuisine.

What makes Menemen so special is its bold and vibrant flavors. The combination of sweet and tangy tomatoes, the smokiness of the ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons diced red bell pepper
  • 2 tablespoons diced Aleppo chiles, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • ¼ cup chopped tomato
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 3 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon thinly sliced basil leaves
  • 1 tablespoon crumbled feta cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, chiles, and red pepper flakes. Cook and stir until onions are soft and translucent, 5 to 6 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes, with their juices, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until tomatoes are softened, 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Add eggs to the skillet, tilting the skillet until eggs cover skillet completely. Do not mix. Cook until eggs are set, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Top with basil and feta cheese.
  • Nutrition

    220 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 283mg
    • Sodium: 163mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 22mg
    • Calcium: 89mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 392mg