Turkish Menemen
Turkish Menemen is a vibrant and comforting dish that transforms any breakfast into a delightful experience. With its rich blend of ripe tomatoes, sweet bell peppers, and fluffy scrambled eggs, this dish is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor. Perfect for brunch or a quick dinner, Menemen offers warmth and satisfaction in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the tomatoes and green peppers into small cubes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté the green peppers for about 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the diced tomatoes along with salt and pepper, cooking until they meld together.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy.
- Pour the whisked eggs over the sautéed vegetables and gently stir as they cook for about 3-5 minutes until creamy but slightly runny.
- Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 370mg