Menemen

Turkish Menemen Recipe for 4 People

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 green peppers, sliced
• 2 red peppers, sliced
• 4 tomatoes, diced
• 4 eggs
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions:

1. Saute Vegetables:
   • Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
   • Add finely chopped onion and sauté until softened.
2. Add Peppers:
   • Add sliced green and red peppers to the pan. Cook until the peppers are slightly tender.
3. Tomatoes In:
   • Stir in diced tomatoes. Cook until the tomatoes break down and the mixture becomes saucy.
4. Season:
   • Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well.
5. Crack the Eggs:
   • Make wells in the mixture for each egg. Crack the eggs into the wells.
6. Cook the Eggs:
   • Cover the pan and cook until the eggs are set to your liking. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes.
7. Garnish and Serve:
   • Sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish.
   • Serve the Menemen hot, directly from the pan.

Optional:

• Serve with crusty bread or flatbread for a complete meal.

Enjoy this delicious Turkish Menemen for 4 people!