Turkish Menemen (Shakshuka)

Name: Turkish Menemen (Shakshuka)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 4 ripe tomatoes, grated or finely chopped; 1 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional); 4 eggs; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; Salt and pepper to taste

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Start your morning with the ultimate comfort food: Turkish Menemen. This one-pan wonder features eggs gently poached in a luxuriously rich and slightly spicy stew of ripe tomatoes, green bell peppers, and onions, all simmered with paprika and a hint of chili flakes. Unlike its cousin shakshuka, Menemen is stirred, creating a creamy, cohesive texture where the eggs blend beautifully with the vegetable base. Served directly from the skillet with crusty bread for dipping, it’s a communal, shareable breakfast that’s packed with protein and vegetables. Perfect for weekend brunches or a special weekday treat, this dish is trending for its simplicity, bold flavors, and incredible Instagram-worthy presentation. It’s a wholesome, satisfying way to fuel your day.

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A cast iron skillet of Turkish menemen with eggs poached in tomato and pepper stew, on a marble counter

Prep Time10 min

Cook Time20 min

Servings2 servings

Equipment

Cast iron or non-stick skilletWooden spoon

Instructions

1
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and bell pepper until soft, about 5 minutes.
2
Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3
Stir in grated tomatoes, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10-12 minutes until the sauce thickens.
4
Create small wells in the sauce and crack the eggs into them. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes, until egg whites are set but yolks are still runny.
5
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with crusty bread.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

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