Paleo Turkish Menemen

Elevate your breakfast or brunch game with this Paleo Turkish Menemen, a vibrant and nourishing one-skillet dish that's packed with Mediterranean flavors. This paleo-friendly twist on the classic Turkish recipe features a rich medley of tender tomatoes, sweet bell peppers, and fragrant spices like cumin and paprika, all simmered to perfection. The dish is finished with perfectly cooked eggs nestled in the savory sauce, creating a comforting yet healthy meal that's grain-free, dairy-free, and gluten-free. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, it’s an easy and satisfying option for busy mornings or a quick dinner. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of freshness, or pair it with a crisp side salad to make it a complete and utterly delicious Paleo meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
• 1 medium, diced green bell pepper
• 4 medium, finely diced tomatoes
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 4 large eggs
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the diced green bell pepper and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the pepper begins to soften.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring to prevent burning.

Step 5

Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook for 5-6 minutes, until the mixture thickens slightly and the tomatoes are soft.

Step 6

Season the mixture with ground cumin, sweet paprika, red pepper flakes, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure even seasoning.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and create small wells in the tomato mixture using a spoon. Crack the eggs into the wells, being careful not to break the yolks.

Step 8

Cover the skillet with a lid and let the eggs cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the whites are set but the yolks remain runny. Cook longer if firmer yolks are preferred.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 10

Serve immediately while hot. Enjoy as is or pair with a side of fresh greens for a complete Paleo-friendly meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1016.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	750.6

Total Fat 50.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 744mg	0%
Sodium 1486.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.7g	0%
Total Sugars 23.1g
Protein 33.5g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 255.3mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 2068.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.8%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 23.7%