Menemen

Menemen
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    25 mins
  • SERVING
    2 People
  • VIEWS
    42

Embark on a culinary journey to Turkey with Menemen, a vibrant and flavorful scrambled egg dish that tantalizes the taste buds. This versatile delight allows you to customize the spice level to your preference, offering a symphony of flavors in every bite.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    9 g
  • Cholesterol
    283 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    12 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    163 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    16 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, chiles, and red pepper flakes. Sauté until onions are soft and translucent. (5-6 minutes)

02

Step

Add garlic and cook until fragrant. (about 1 minute)

03

Step

Incorporate the chopped tomatoes, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until tomatoes soften, releasing their juices. (4-6 minutes)

04

Step

Pour the beaten eggs into the skillet, ensuring they cover the entire surface. Avoid stirring. Cook until the eggs are set to your liking. (3-5 minutes)

05

Step

Garnish generously with fresh basil and crumbled feta cheese before serving.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika or a dash of cumin to the vegetable mixture.
If Aleppo chiles are unavailable, substitute with a pinch of cayenne pepper or your favorite chili flakes.
Serve Menemen with crusty bread for dipping into the flavorful sauce.

Burley Bode

Written by

Our recipe authors are passionate food lovers who share thousands of diverse dishes from around the world. They bring daily cooking inspiration with delicious, easy-to-make recipes for every occasion.

RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 14 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Cydney Bauch

    I've tried other Menemen recipes, but this one is the best. The balance of flavors is spot on.

  • Bernita Halvorson

    I made this for brunch and it was a huge hit. I added a bit of sausage and it was even better!

  • Vern Tillman

    Simple, quick, and delicious! This has become a staple in my breakfast routine.

  • Lavern Bednar

    The spice level was perfect. I used less red pepper flakes for my kids, and they devoured it.

  • Micah Lubowitz

    This Menemen recipe is fantastic! The flavors are so vibrant and it's incredibly easy to make. My family loved it!

LEAVE A REVIEW

Please Rate