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Menemen Recipe (Turkish Scrambled Eggs with Peppers) Recipe

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Menemen is a traditional Turkish dish made of scrambled eggs cooked with peppers, tomatoes, and aromatic spices. This vibrant and flavorful recipe combines sautéed peppers and onions with garlic, chili flakes, and fresh tomatoes, finished with optional melty cheese and served warm with crusty bread or tortillas. It’s an easy, comforting breakfast or brunch perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (or butter or ghee)
  • 1 small onion, diced (optional, white or yellow)
  • 1 cup chopped peppers (Aleppo or Urfa Biber peppers preferred, or red bell peppers)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon spicy chili flakes (Aleppo preferred, or paprika/cayenne as substitute)
  • 1.5 cups grated or diced tomatoes with juices

Eggs & Cheese

  • 5 eggs
  • 1/4 cup shredded melty cheese (optional – mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or similar)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For Serving

  • Crusty bread or small tortillas
  • Spicy chili flakes
  • Crumbly feta cheese
  • Fresh chopped parsley or basil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion if using, and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Then add the chopped peppers and cook until they soften, approximately 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Add Garlic and Spices: Stir in the minced garlic and chili flakes and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, making sure not to burn the garlic.
  3. Add Tomatoes: Pour in the grated or diced tomatoes with their juices. Simmer the mixture on medium-low heat for about 8-10 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to break down and the flavors to meld while stirring occasionally.
  4. Incorporate Eggs: Crack the eggs directly into the skillet over the tomato and pepper mixture. Stir gently with a spatula, scrambling the eggs while mixing them with the vegetables. Cook until the eggs are softly set but still moist, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Add Cheese and Season: Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the eggs and stir until melted and combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve Immediately: Spoon the menemen onto plates or into bowls. Garnish with additional chili flakes, crumbly feta, and fresh herbs like parsley or basil. Serve warm with crusty bread or small tortillas to scoop up the dish.

Notes

  • Aleppo or Urfa Biber peppers add authentic flavor, but red bell peppers work well as a substitute.
  • Adjust chili flakes based on your preferred spice level.
  • Omitting onions makes the dish simpler and quicker to prepare.
  • Menemen is best enjoyed immediately while hot and creamy.
  • Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for best flavor; canned tomatoes can be used in a pinch.
  • Optional cheese adds richness but can be skipped for a dairy-free version.

Keywords: Menemen, Turkish scrambled eggs, breakfast, peppers, tomatoes, easy Turkish recipe, vegetarian breakfast

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