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Flavorful Turkish Menemen Scrambled Eggs with Spiced Lamb Crumble

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A quick and easy Turkish breakfast staple with a twist of spiced lamb crumble, combining eggs, tomatoes, and peppers for a comforting and flavorful meal perfect for any time of day.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces ground lamb (preferably grass-fed)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sautéing lamb)
  • 3 medium ripe tomatoes, diced (about 2 cups)
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small fresh chili pepper, finely chopped (optional)
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking vegetables and eggs)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep the Lamb Crumble: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Add ground lamb, breaking it up with a spoon. Sprinkle in cumin, smoked paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until lamb is browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Set aside.
  3. Cook the Menemen Base: In a large non-stick skillet, warm 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add diced green bell pepper and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add fresh chili if using, then stir in diced tomatoes. Cook until tomatoes release their juices and soften, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Combine and Scramble the Eggs: Crack eggs into a bowl and whisk lightly with a pinch of salt. Pour eggs over the tomato and pepper mixture. Let sit for 20 seconds to start setting, then gently stir with a spatula, folding eggs slowly to create soft curds.
  6. When eggs are slightly runny but mostly cooked (about 3-4 minutes), sprinkle spiced lamb crumble evenly over the top. Stir gently to combine, keeping eggs fluffy and not overcooked.
  7. Finish and Garnish: Remove pan from heat when eggs are just set but still glossy. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Notes

Do not overcook the eggs; remove from heat when still slightly runny as they will continue cooking in residual heat. Brown lamb properly without crowding the pan for best flavor. Use fresh spices for optimal taste. Adjust chili pepper to control spice level. Multitask by chopping vegetables while lamb cooks.

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