MENEMEN (TURKISH SCRAMBLED EGGS)
If you're tired of making the same regular scrambled eggs, this Turkish Scrambled Eggs dish is the perfect savory breakfast to share with friends and family over the brunch table, ready in 25 minutes in just one pan!
Equipment
- 1 Medium pan or cast iron skillet
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium white onion, chopped
- 1 cup green peppers, chopped
- 2 large vine-ripe fresh tomatoes, diced
- 1 tbsp tomato paste optional
- ½ tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 large eggs
- chili flakes optional
To serve:
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- drizzle of olive oil extra virgin
- more chili flakes
- any crusty bread (I like sourdough)
Instructions
- In a medium pan or skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onions and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent. Stir in the green peppers, add a pinch of salt, and sauté for another 7-10 minutes until tender.
- Mix in the tomato paste and chopped fresh tomatoes. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes until softened. Add the dried parsley, chili flakes, and another pinch of salt. Stir and let it simmer for 2-3 more minutes until the mixture thickens into a sauce.
- Push the tomato mixture to the edges of the pan, creating a well in the center. Lower the heat to medium-low and crack the eggs into the pan. Gently stir until they begin to set.
- Slowly fold the tomato mixture into the eggs, stirring gently. Avoid overmixing to keep the eggs soft and creamy and to not overcook them. Be sure to scrape the sides of the pan to prevent burning.
- Once the eggs are set, remove the pan from the heat and adjust seasoning for taste. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with chili flakes and fresh parsley, and serve straight from the pan with crusty bread!
Notes
- If you don't like the tomato paste, you can omit it from this recipe.
- You can omit the parsley or add other herbs and spices of your choice such as oregano and paprika.
- If you prefer, you can crack the eggs into a bowl before adding them into the pan.
- Serve hot and immediately for the best experience.
- Serve on the side of other breakfast items or on its own!