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Menemen (Turkish-Style Soft Scrambled Eggs)

Menemen (Turkish-Style Soft Scrambled Eggs) is a cozy, saucy skillet of gently set eggs nestled into sweet peppers and juicy tomatoes, with a hint of warmth from oregano and chili flakes. Melted cheese adds richness while butter and olive oil give it a silky finish. Serve hot with crusty bread for breakfast or a light dinner when you crave something comforting and aromatic.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Menemen (Turkish-Style Soft Scrambled Eggs)
  1. 1

    Melt the butter in the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the peppers, onions, and salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and begin to brown at the edges, 3 to 4 minutes.

  2. 2

    Stir in the oregano, chili flakes, black pepper, and tomato, and bring to a simmer; reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in half the cheese, and once it melts, add the eggs. Break the yolks with the tip of a spoon, and stir them into the tomato mixture for a few seconds to a few minutes, depending on the texture you want. The longer you stir, the smoother and creamier the menemen will be. If you want larger, more distinct pieces of egg, closer to classic scrambled eggs, stir the eggs only briefly.

  4. 4

    Cover and cook on low until the eggs are set to your liking, about 3 minutes. Turn off the heat, then top with the remaining cheese, a drizzle of olive oil, and another shake of chili flakes. Finish with cilantro, and serve with lots of crusty bread or toast.

About This Recipe

Menemen (Turkish Style Soft Scrambled Eggs) is a Turkish breakfast recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 35 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Aleppo Pepper, Baguette, Black Pepper, and Diced Bell Pepper. Each serving provides about 665.99 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Menemen (Turkish-Style Soft Scrambled Eggs)?
It is a Turkish recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for breakfast or side dish or dinner or lunch or snack.
What is Menemen (Turkish-Style Soft Scrambled Eggs) made of?
The main ingredients are Aleppo Pepper, Baguette, Black Pepper, Diced Bell Pepper, Diced Onion. The full list of 12 is above.
How long does it take to make Menemen (Turkish-Style Soft Scrambled Eggs)?
About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 665.99 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Menemen (Turkish-Style Soft Scrambled Eggs) easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 4 steps.

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