Turkish Menemen Scramble (Print Version)

A vibrant blend of eggs, peppers, tomatoes, and spices creating a savory Turkish morning dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 medium green bell peppers, diced
04 - 3 large ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped

→ Eggs

05 - 6 large eggs
06 - Salt, to taste
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Additions

08 - ½ teaspoon ground sweet paprika
09 - ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (pul biber), to taste
10 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
11 - Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 2 to 3 minutes.
02 - Add the diced green bell peppers to the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until they start to soften.
03 - Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes until the mixture becomes saucy and the tomatoes break down.
04 - Season the tomato and pepper mixture with salt, freshly ground black pepper, ground sweet paprika, and red pepper flakes if desired.
05 - Lightly beat the eggs in a bowl, then pour evenly over the tomato mixture in the skillet.
06 - Allow eggs to set slightly at the edges, then gently stir with a spatula, scraping from the edges towards the center. Cook until eggs are softly set but still creamy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
07 - Remove from heat immediately to prevent overcooking. Garnish with chopped parsley and crumbled feta cheese if desired. Serve warm alongside crusty bread.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's foolproof enough for a rushed weekday morning but elegant enough to impress guests lingering over coffee.
  • Those soft, creamy eggs mixed with sweet caramelized peppers and tangy tomatoes taste infinitely better than they look.
  • One pan, fifteen minutes, and suddenly breakfast feels like an occasion.
02 -
  • The eggs will look too soft when you take the pan off heat—this is correct, not a mistake; they'll firm up slightly from residual heat and stay creamy rather than becoming watery and overcooked.
  • Don't beat the eggs too vigorously; you want them gently mixed, which gives you those soft, tender curds instead of a uniform yellow scramble.
03 -
  • Medium heat is your friend here; rushing with high heat will give you rubber eggs before the vegetables have time to become sauce.
  • Taste the tomato mixture before adding eggs—this is your only chance to adjust seasoning, so don't skip it.
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