Menemen

Transport your taste buds to the heart of Turkey with this vibrant and satisfying Menemen recipe! Menemen is a beloved Turkish breakfast dish featuring a savory medley of sautéed green peppers, ripe tomatoes, and optional aromatics like onion and garlic, all brought together with perfectly runny eggs nestled in the flavorful sauce. Seasoned with paprika, salt, and black pepper, and garnished with fresh parsley, this one-pan meal is delightfully simple yet deeply flavorful. Ready in just 25 minutes, Menemen is perfect for leisurely weekend brunches or quick weeknight dinners. Serve it hot with crusty bread to soak up every last bit of the luscious sauce. Packed with Mediterranean flair, this dish is as wholesome as it is comforting—your go-to recipe for a timeless breakfast staple.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 medium green bell peppers (or Turkish green peppers)
• 4 medium ripe tomatoes
• 1 small onion (optional)
• 2 small garlic cloves (optional)
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon ground paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for garnish)
• 1 loaf crusty bread (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing your vegetables. Dice the green peppers into small pieces. If you're using an onion, dice it as well. Grate or finely chop the garlic. Peel and finely chop the tomatoes or grate them for a smoother texture.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced green peppers to the skillet. Stir frequently and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they soften. If you're using onion, add it at this stage and cook until translucent.

Step 4

If using garlic, add it to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped or grated tomatoes. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the tomatoes to soften and their juices to reduce slightly.

Step 6

Season the mixture with paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 7

Using a spoon, create small wells in the tomato-pepper mixture and crack the eggs directly into the wells. Cover the skillet with a lid.

Step 8

Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain runny (or cook longer if you prefer the yolks fully cooked).

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Step 10

Serve immediately with crusty bread on the side for dipping and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1450.5 grams (1450.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1778

Total Fat 62.90g	81%
Saturated Fat 14.30g	72%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 744mg	248%
Sodium 3610mg	157%
Total Carbohydrate 239.40g	87%
Dietary Fiber 19.70g	70%
Total Sugars 29.70g
Protein 68.60g	137%

Vitamin D 164IU	820%
Calcium 369mg	28%
Iron 18mg	99%
Potassium 2426mg	52%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.5%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 53.3%