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Nutritional Values
300kcal
12gProtein
10gCarbs
24gFat
4gFibre
250 gServing
* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.
Allergens
🥚 Eggs
Menemen
How to order / say it
Say it
Menemen — [MEH-neh-mehn]
Order
I'd like the Menemen, please.
Locally
Menemen alabilir miyim lütfen?
Say locally
Turkish style scrambled eggs with vegetables and spices.
Why try it?
Menemen offers a glimpse into the daily life of the locals, a staple breakfast often enjoyed leisurely with family. Its simplicity and adaptability make it a perfect representation of the resourcefulness in Turkish cooking.
How it tastes
Creamy eggs wrapped in a medley of tomatoes, green peppers, and spices, creating a delicious, aromatic dish. This dish is served steaming, each bite bursting with multiple textures and flavors wrapped in savory notes.
Origin & History — first documented: 1890
First appearing in Turkish culinary records in the late 19th century, Menemen became popular for using locally grown vegetables. It's named after a town in the İzmir province where it was cherished by humble farming communities.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥚 4 egg
- 🥕 200 g tomato
- 🥕 100 g green pepper
- 🫒 30 ml olive oil
- 🧄 100 g onion
- 🧂 5 g salt
- 🧂 5 g pepper
Method
- 1 Dice tomatoes, peppers, and onions.
- 2 Sauté onions and peppers in olive oil until softened.
- 3 Add tomatoes, cook until softened, then add beaten eggs.
- 4 Stir continuously until eggs are cooked, season with salt and pepper.
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