Turkish Menemen Scramble (Print View)

Softly scrambled eggs mixed with peppers, tomatoes, and onions, seasoned with paprika and fresh herbs.

# Components:

→ 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, to taste
10 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
11 - Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

# Directions:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together faster than scrambled eggs alone, but tastes like you've been cooking for hours.
  • One skillet means minimal cleanup, leaving more time to actually enjoy your breakfast.
  • The warm spices and fresh vegetables turn simple eggs into something that feels special enough for weekend guests.
02 -
  • Overcooking eggs is the one real mistake you can make here—they go from creamy to rubbery in what feels like thirty seconds, so stay present and pull them off heat when they still look slightly underdone.
  • The tomato mixture needs time to become saucy before the eggs go in; rushing this step means you'll end up with dry eggs instead of that luxurious, saucy finish.
03 -
  • Add the eggs when the tomato mixture is still actively simmering—that heat is what creates the creamy scramble you're after, not aggressive stirring.
  • Keep a lid nearby but don't use it; if your heat feels too high and things are cooking too fast, simply lower the flame rather than covering the pan.
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