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Menemen

Soften pepper and optional onion in oil and butter. Add chopped tomato and chilli. Cook until saucy.

Questions about this dish

Answers taken from this dish's times, amounts, swaps and tips — not a chatbot.

How long does Menemen take?

25 min all in — 10 min prep, 15 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.

How many does it serve?

The recipe is written for 2 pans. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.

How hard is it?

Easy.

How spicy is it?

Mild.

What allergens should I watch?

This recipe is labelled for Eggs. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.

Does it fit a diet?

The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian.

What does it cost to cook?

Cheap night — about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.

What equipment do I need?

Frying pan.

How much salt do I put in?

The recipe lists Salt at ¾ tsp.

What can I use instead?

Butter → Just oil. Less dairy-sweet.

Any tips from this recipe?

Sucuk (spicy beef sausage) in the pan is a house extra. Onion is regional. Some cooks refuse it.

Can I use an air fryer?

This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.