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Menemen with Sucuk and Smoked Paprika

A classic Turkish breakfast dish, Menemen, gets a smoky and spicy upgrade with the addition of savory sucuk and smoked paprika. This hearty scramble features ripe tomatoes, peppers, and onions cooked until tender, creating a flavorful base for the eggs.

Menemen with Sucuk and Smoked Paprika

Prep Time

30 min

Difficulty

Medium

Servings

2

Calories

350 kcal

Instructions

  1. 1

    Slice the sucuk into thin rounds.

    ~2 min
  2. 2

    Finely chop the onion and green bell pepper.

    ~3 min
  3. 3

    Dice the tomatoes and mince the garlic.

    ~4 min
  4. 4

    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sucuk and cook for 3-4 minutes until it releases some of its fat and starts to crisp.

    ~4 min
  5. 5

    Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet with the sucuk. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.

    ~7 min
  6. 6

    Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

    ~1 min
  7. 7

    Add the diced tomatoes, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes have broken down and the sauce has thickened slightly.

    ~8 min
  8. 8

    Create wells in the tomato mixture and crack the eggs directly into them. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the egg whites are set and the yolks are cooked to your desired consistency.

    ~5 min
  9. 9

    Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Tips

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the smoked paprika.
  • Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping into the delicious tomato and egg mixture.

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