Menemen
Menemen is a delicious Turkish egg scramble combining fresh ingredients like tomatoes, peppers, and spices with eggs, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces eggs
- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
- 1 piece green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 piece onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- optional feta cheese, parsley for garnish Add for extra flavor and presentation.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and green pepper, and sauté until softened.
Cooking
- Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until the mixture is slightly thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Create small wells in the mixture and crack the eggs into them.
- Cover the skillet and cook until the eggs are set to your liking.
- Serve hot with crusty bread.
Notes
Menemen is best served fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently.