Menemen is the quintessential Turkish breakfast, similar to shakshuka but with green peppers and paprika as the protagonists. It is prepared in a copper pan and shared directly at the table. Each region of Anatolia has its preferred cooking point for eggs.
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Turkish egg menemen
Turkish egg menemen from Türkiye: traditional step-by-step recipe, with chef tips and clear timings.
- Turkey
- MAIN COURSES
- Vegetarian
- Light
- High protein
- easy
10 min
Tiempo de Preparación
4
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 285 kcal
- Protein 16 g
- Fiber 3 g
- Carbohydrates 12 g
- Fat 20 g
- Sodium 480 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Turkish Egg Menemen is a Turkish preparation with easy difficulty. Reserve about 25 minutes in total (10 for mise en place and preparation, 15 for cooking). Follow the 7 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 6 large eggs.
- Have ready: 4 peeled ripe tomatoes.
- Have ready: 2 chopped green peppers.
- Have ready: 1 medium onion, chopped.
- Have ready: 3 cloves of minced garlic.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Heat oil in a large frying pan and sauté onion and pepper for 5 minutes.
Heat oil in a large frying pan and fry onion and pepper for 5 minutes.
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Add garlic and chopped tomatoes; cook over medium heat 8 minutes until…
Add garlic and chopped tomatoes; Cook over medium heat for 8 minutes until reduced.
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Season with peppers
Season with paprika, salt and pepper until you obtain a thick sauce. Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result.
Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result
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Lightly beat the eggs and pour over the sauce without mixing...
Lightly beat the eggs and pour over the sauce without mixing immediately.
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Stir gently when they start to set.
Stir gently when they begin to set, leaving a creamy texture.
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Remove from heat before drying; sprinkle parsley and cheese if…
Remove from heat before drying; sprinkle parsley and cheese if desired.
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Serve hot in the pan with pita bread for dipping.
Serve hot in the pan with pita bread for dipping.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Vegan dairy-free version using plant-based cheese or cream alternatives.
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