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Aunt Hazel's Kitchen

Turkish Menemen.

Menemen is one of the most iconic dishes in Turkish breakfast culture. Made with ripe tomatoes, fresh green peppers and eggs cooked together in one pan, this classic recipe is simple, comforting and full of flavor. Menemen is best enjoyed with warm crusty bread.

Time
20 min
Serves
2 servings
Season
All Year
Difficulty
Easy

The Story

Named after the town of Menemen in western Türkiye, this traditional dish has become a staple of Turkish breakfasts. While every family has its own variation, the classic combination of tomatoes, peppers and eggs remains timeless. Served with warm bread and Turkish tea, it is one of the country's most comforting homemade meals.

The secret to perfect menemen is ripe tomatoes, creamy eggs and warm crusty bread.

Instructions

9 Steps

  1. Peel and dice the tomatoes into small cubes.

  2. Slice the green peppers thinly.

  3. Heat the olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat.

  4. Add the peppers and sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened.

  5. Stir in the tomatoes and cook until they break down into a rich sauce.

  6. Season with salt, black pepper and red pepper flakes if desired.

  7. Crack the eggs directly into the pan or lightly beat them beforehand.

  8. Gently stir until the eggs are just set and remain soft and creamy.

  9. Remove the skillet from the heat immediately.

Hazel's Note

For authentic menemen, avoid overcooking the eggs — they should remain slightly runny for the best flavor.

Breakfast · All Year · Easy · kahvaltı · yumurta · domates

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