Turkish Menemen (Scrambled Eggs)

Name: Turkish Menemen (Scrambled Eggs)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 4 large eggs; 2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 1 onion, diced; 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional); 1 tsp dried oregano; 2 tbsp olive oil

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Start your day the Turkish way with Menemen, a vibrant, one-pan egg dish that's bursting with fresh flavors. Unlike typical scrambled eggs, Menemen features eggs gently cooked right in a savory sofrito of sweet onions, crisp green peppers, and juicy ripe tomatoes, all seasoned with a hint of red pepper flakes and dried oregano. The eggs become creamy and soft, blending beautifully with the vegetables. This halal, protein-rich breakfast is traditionally cooked and served directly in the pan, accompanied by crusty bread for dipping. It's a social, shareable, and incredibly delicious way to enjoy eggs that's healthy, satisfying, and perfect for a leisurely weekend brunch.

speichern

A cast iron skillet with Turkish menemen eggs, tomatoes, and peppers

Prep Time10 min

Cook Time15 min

Servings2 servings

Equipment

Cast iron or non-stick skilletWooden spoon

Instructions

1
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and green pepper until softened.
2
Add diced tomatoes, red pepper flakes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook until tomatoes break down and form a sauce, about 8-10 minutes.
3
Crack eggs directly into the skillet over the vegetable mixture. Do not stir immediately.
4
Let eggs cook for a minute, then gently scramble them into the vegetables with a wooden spoon.
5
Cook until eggs are just set but still soft and creamy. Serve immediately from the skillet with bread.

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Leckere Rezepte

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