How to Make the Perfect MENEMEN? 🥘 Best Turkish Egg Recipe for Breakfast with Sausage and Cheese!

[@scottsharp1763]

Love this video ur vibe and this recipe are sooooooo wonderfully addictive, THANK U SO MUCH....am making this for the fourth time alrets, jus gets better n better an my tomato plants are really producing rinow here in California ❤️💛💚🌍💚💛❤️

[@Refika]

it is so nice to hear 🥰

[@susanscovill6817]

Scott Sharp Thats because your tomatoes know they’re destined for greatness in a great recipe. Lol

[@alishbahnoor2443]

@@Refika Plz share your technique of making sucuk in 10 minutes... As wht you said plz....🥰 And u r doing a great job.... Keep it going.... Love from Pakistan ❤️❤️

[@veenskaur6238]

Admire Ur kitchen Appliances,Too

[@samirasang]

I enjoy watching ur recipes as they r as good as ur smile.

[@ogulcanyolcu8714]

Probably the best decision you ever made in KZbin is a channel with recipes in English. I always wanted the Turkish cuisine to become more popular and I wanted the people get it in the right way. I watched some videos some foreign cooks that cooking Turkish stuff but I don't know, they got the recipes wrong, they tried to make them in European or in a modern way bla bla, the Turkish food is not mixing great with the modern cuisine, it needs to be accepted as what it is. I've been watching you since you had a TV show, it's been 6-8 years I don't know, I was in high school. Love you so much. Hope the channel gets bigger and bigger.

[@TheOmarhaff]

You need to come to England, within the Muslim community Turkish food is one of the most popular, heck where I live there's 4 really good ones and a dozen others of varying quality

[@mehmetcelik86]

@@TheOmarhaff where do you live and which restaurants are good there?

[@safranbilal7251]

@@TheOmarhaff In Germany too, here is the Turkish food the most popular.

[@TheOmarhaff]

@@mehmetcelik86 I live in Leicester brother, we have Konak, Istanbul and Sultan Ahmet all highly recommend

[@nessiferum6200]

I'm in Leicester too, I need to check out these places sometime :)

[@bunzbrown]

Its been like a years now I make this recipe at least twice a month, my family loves it every Saturday morning

[@Sybaris_Rex]

I gotta say, one thing I love about Rekifa's cooking is how easily she just suggests alternatives without complaining about authenticity. I love Turkish cooking in general but obviously around the world different tastes and food availability is gonna happen. She makes note of what is traditional or common and then goes on to add what changes could easily be made to suit taste and availability. Looks fantastic, btw.

[@supriyaalonari7378]

Correct

[@Levvvame]

Her version is not authentic so maybe that is why haha. : D We have a national debate about if it should contain onion or not. (it should most def.) yet she did not even mention it. : ) the cheese, sucuk and pastirma is optional extras. The traditional menemen is more simple yet very tastier. (with onion) : )

[@elliotlee2150]

Never have I made any comments on anyone's videos but your videos with your warm personality and the beautiful people who surround you just bring not only delicious cultural cuisine of your Nation but hope in all senses to the soul. Thank you, really

[@Refika]

Thank you ❤️🧿😘

[@bryantbravo9363]

I'm so glad KZbin recommended me this. Going to explore Turkish food from now on

[@medha1827]

It’s awesome. Addictive 🤤

[@foedspaghetti3290]

Refika’s awesome

[@krystalgarcia3397]

Me too! I have a big wish list of things to make from Refika’s channel!

[@janhughes7786]

Hello from Wales ❤️ I was supposed to paint my walls today but I watched your videos all day instead. We had this for brunch so my husband has forgiven me 😁 I can't wait to try more of your recipes . Thank you X

[@Mehaara]

Love your recipes. I am German but grew up in Istanbul and your recipes and the views of the city bring me right back home. :-)

[@Deniz-nj3cq]

Sadece yemek tarifi videosu değil bu, kültürümüzü ve ülkemizi en güzel şekilde tanıtmak... Çok kaliteli çalışıyorsunuz her adımınızda ve umarım hakettiğiniz yerlere gelirsiniz💕💖😍😘

[@grant575mixmaster]

huh?

[@infestedarta2027]

Its Turkish they said:This is not just a cooking video. Its something that shows our culture and country in the best way possible... you work very well and i hope you get to the place you deserve to be at. (Emojis)

[@Deniz-nj3cq]

Jeff Vader well, the vid is not just about a recipe but also a good representation of turkish culture, istanbul and everything. Kinda like a documentary and i appreciate their work :)

[@TheBigLeRemski]

I love the Turkisch cuisine and I have learned so much extra from your videos. In the Netherlands we are so lucky that we can find all the ingredients because of all the Turkish supermarkets. Thank you for all your tutorials, they really are great fun to watch and have inspired me to cook more Turkish recipes. A big compliment to all your colleagues too. Your videos are really nice. I think the Turkish supermarket in my neighbourhood is thankful also because I come there much more often now because of your videos.

[@NuhDOLAZ]

Lekker hoor 😂

[@CaptainSlowbeard]

ahhhhh!!!!! I've been trying to figure out a meal that I had when I was a kid on holiday in turkey for the last 26 years... it was this!!! Thank you!!!!

[@CreativeCreatorCreates]

CaptainSlowbeard 💕

[@dnrmoore4124]

Awesome , food is love

[@falim2007]

Wow! Dude your story incapsulates just how delicious this dish is... definitely a short film worth making loool

[@cousinjake7986]

I want in on producing the short film that ends with you in Refika's kitchen

[@CaptainSlowbeard]

@@cousinjake7986 :D

[@peterkarahalios3488]

I need to make this!!! Lots of love to our Turkish brothers and sisters from Greek diaspora in Canada.

[@அவானிஉயர்ந்தது]

You can find bastirma and sucuk at the Adonis. Good luck

[@Futuristicalforest]

brothers?

[@androth1502]

sujuk and basterma was a staple in my mothers armenian kitchen.

[@kayacenk4164]

@@Futuristicalforest people dont have problem with each other goverments hate

[@Futuristicalforest]

@@kayacenk4164 I could not agree more, however the ones that elect governments are the people. Why we tend to blaim the governments and not the people. Answer. Because everybody want to blaim someone else but themmself. Blaim God, your father, your teacher, the government. No responsibility, no pain, while the people dance around happily, at the same time Governments who are in fact elected by the people is the best option democracy has to offer. Guess what! The people deserve their governments, if they don't, they revolt.

[@yvonnemuseyjohnson5771]

I visited Turkiye in July for 12 days and fell in love with the food, people and culture. When I came back home to Canada 🇨🇦, I just had to cook some Turkish food. I love cooking and trying new recipes. I discovered Rafika’s channel and love her energy, recipes and shared love of cooking. I made menemen for breakfast this morning and we loved it. It was a dish I tried in Istanbul. I’ve also made Rafika’s ezme and doner. All in a week of being home! Love how healthy and fresh all the food is!! ❤ Thank you, Rafika - I love your kitchen and view of the Bosporus. How lucky you are to live in such a beautiful place! I hope to return someday.

[@Fuice1]

I used to have GF from Turkey a few years ago. We were together for 3-4 years. I used to visit her and her parents and omg that food though. They really know how to cook. Always got fresh veggies from the market. They were huge with strong color. The amount of different cheese they had, and the sausages. This is first time Ive seen someone make this dish in years, not exactly the same. But the amount of butter, the right ingredients, the turkish dialect, the way you peel the tomato. Brings back so many memories. Just missing cumin, that stuff was in everything

[@DavidKirtley]

I love seeing different cultures that come up with similar solutions. In Mexican cooking, they make something similar but use salsa instead of the tomatoes. The extra that they do is using left over corn tortillas. They cut them up and toast them in oil and build this over them. They are called chiliquiles.

[@Refika]

thank you so much for the information you shared 😍hope you enjoyed the Turkish Menemen 🙏

[@lizcain2444]

DAVE, IF U COME 2 SYDNEY TRADITIONAL TURKISH DINNERS ON ME. I CAN SHOW U WHILE COOKING THEM :-)))

[@amiraabdo4627]

👍

[@VictorHugo-zq4tj]

This is a Turkish cuisine breakfast, which dates back to old times, and families with low income and history would consume everyone.

[@sshams9709]

David, same here. Our world is beautifully different yet similar :)

[@tmowoodz]

oh my lord! I just made this. how can such simple ingredients create somethings so flavorful?! 100/10 GREAT recipe!

[@gladysobrien1055]

Hello, from Toronto🇨🇦 I know! I am hooked on these eggs…I make this dish every 3 days. I cannot get enough. Bought Spanish spicy chorizo just especially for this dish.

[@elisahmedova2702]

I have never seen someone expressing so much passion and love while cooking. Refika you have amazing contiguous positive energy and the inspiration you carry through all your videos is amazing. Ağzımın sullari aktı izlerken. Acayip lezzetli görünüyor.

[@ch3rlo_1]

Clearly you have never watch Gennaro Contaldo. But yes she is really passionate about cooking.

[@rojanshrestha5103]

Really love the video format where somebody actually asks the questions we want to ask and you respond it right there and there. Saves a lot of Q&A in the comment section. :)

[@Refika]

sos glad you like the video 😍

[@rojanshrestha5103]

@@Refika I love them all. Binge-watching all I can, hungry and watery mouth. (I just had lunch an hour ago)

[@sibelka1994]

"if French people made this, it would be world famous" As a Turkish person living in France and watching a Turkish cuisine channel in English, I can confirm 😅

[@ingenioussterling9106]

i think your spot on

[@onnayoung7699]

Funny thing is I live in Canada and can see more Turkish (and their neighbours) food then french. the french stole everything they know form the turks and egyptians anyway.

[@MysteriousBreeze]

The French can do one

[@3run632]

@@onnayoung7699 wtf are you on lmao

[@antiochiagok2702]

@@onnayoung7699 As a Turk, Idon't think French cuisine is inspired by Turkish cuisine that much. North African maybe?

[@Museofmemory]

I've been watching random cooking videos for the last two hours. This is the one that finally broke me. I need to go cook this now.

[@ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293]

Jean I feel the exact same way.

[@elsieredelinghuys7126]

I am looking for a halva rec

[@phoenix13644]

I’m from Thailand. I did it yesterday, yes I love this recipe. Thanks

[@imaginative_]

Her explanations in English are great and makes you want to try all the dishes she’s cooking in her videos. But believe me, in Turkish she’s on a whole different level, since it’s her mother tongue. Her enthusiastic explanations always make my mouth water 😂 seni seviyoruz Refika abla ❤️

[@Hanya1210]

First time ever to know that basterma is actually Turkish! Thank you a lot 😃💐 Love & respect from Egypt 💐

[@n.k.7840]

Yeah, Turkic nomads first made it by druing meat with spices.

[@TUNC66]

You are very right, brother. We have had suppression for hundreds of years, just like Refika Hanım said.

[@ramthapaliya1505]

Everyday during this pandemic I have been learning about new food, culture, nature and many more.. Namaste from Kathmandu Nepal 🇳🇵

[@kayacenk4164]

namaste i love nepal people. there a turkish guy visited your country and he show us how u guys so sweet and helpful people. btw there a Turkish restuarnt in nepal the guy making Turkish foods

[@ainurnaizabekova7904]

Tarihinize, köklerinize ve milletinize bağlı olmanız yemeklerinize ayrı bir tat, size olan saygıma özel bir anlam ve değer katıyor. Kazakistan'dan selam!

[@atakan9295]

Kazak kardeşlerimize Türkiye’den selamlar 🤗 🇰🇿

[@Dakiniwoman]

I can't believe I just stumbled upon this video today! Just last night I was watching a series on Netflix "Behzat C." and they were cooking this Menemen... so I was wondering what it was like... They were even discussing the value of taking the skin off the tomatoes. I got addicted to Turkish TV series (even though I have to watch with subtitles) because they are so interesting... This is my second viewing of the entire series of Behzat C. ... I am Canadian but love the whole view of Turkish Culture that I have had a peek into from watching these... Also "Resurrection Ertugrul" series I have watched twice now and learned so much of the Turkish History. Amazing... I have watched almost every Series of Turkish TV on Netflix... so now I have to watch them a second time.

[@ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293]

Haha, I had this happen once too: I was watching a Japanese drama and one of the characters in Kyoto has a favourite dish called 'Kinugasa Don'. He was obsessed with it and another character had to learn to make it for him in a bit of a love-struck panic. Needless to say, I now eat Kinugasa Don every other month. It tastes ten times better than I thought it would. That's what's so great about cooking new, entirely foreign recipes: that surprise at how it tastes so much better than you thought it would. :)

[@ddotconnections2360]

There is a new show called Kurulus Osman which started last year I think. It's the continuation of Ertuğruls son, Osman. It's on KZbin too, made by same people.

[@Dakiniwoman]

@@ddotconnections2360 Thank you so much for letting me know about this... I would love to watch it... I will check it out... I was not watching on KZbin but on Netflix, is that what you meant? I am watching "Burned Cocoon" now for the second time... on episode 70... I love these long series from Turkish TV... Pretty soon I will be able to speak the language... I know thousands of words now... :)

[@home-uf3tg]

btw did you watch Ezel? my favorite Turkish series. I recommend it

[@Dakiniwoman]

@@home-uf3tg Hello... thanks, I just tried to find Ezel, but it is not on my Netflix where I watched so many Turkish series. Most of them I watched twice even though I have to read the sub-titles... By now I can understand quite a bit of the Turkish language. Some of the ones I watched before are not there anymore. I keep looking for new ones.

[@LUCVASS2]

My grandmother introduced me to sujuk and basturma in the '70s, when it was imported in Montreal. I have loved it since, and It was never missing from our table. I will absolutely make this for my family. Thank you Refika!

[@peterkarahalios3488]

Elsa, Where in Montreal can I get these meats? I am in Montreal!

[@gardeniagorgeous4232]

Ha! Totally agree with you Refika! If the French made menemen it would be “world class”. I will tell you what’s world class… MENEMEN and cilbir and iskender kabob and hunkar begendi etc etc etc…. As an American who was introduced to Turkish food a decade ago… it doesn’t get enough love. I love all Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food, and Turkish is just at the top. Its Mediterranean done BETTER… done BEST. The breads, the cheeses, the salads, the sweets. It’s a wonderland. 🥲

[@TUNC66]

I thank you for interpreting the facts without hiding your opinions.

[@archyology]

Ah man I made my version of this today, amazing recipe. I had tomato, red onion, spring onion, harissa paste which I sautéed with butter and olive oil. Added some spinach too, then mozarella cheese and the eggs. With freshly baked bread it was a great meal. ❤️ from South Africa

[@Refika]

sound is perfect to me 😍 afiyet olsun!

[@cleanerwhite9470]

Im so glad you showed the flame of the stove. Most of the time in cooking videos I have no Idea what high/medium/low heat is.

[@ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293]

I agree, it's the little details that help the most. Have you ever seen Gordon Ramsey's video on how to make the perfect scrambled eggs? The best video, full of surprising information and instructions. I don't care for the guy but that video is terrific, I do recommend it. :)

[@peteralorent]

Best breakfast dish ever! Thank you!

[@dzenisalickovic5868]

As a Bosnian muslim living in America i love seeing this Turkish cuisine (that already heavily influences bosnian cuisine and culture) on youtube it seems so new yet so familiar! Love it !

[@Mrn0sferatu]

When I was studying abroad as a turkish dude I used to cook menemen for my friends as breakfast, everyone got addicted to it. Because its so simple and the ingredients can be found everywhere they even started cooking for themselves

[@lolfish78]

My dad is from Istanbul, Anadolu Hisari. This recipe reminded him of his childhood. It was amazing. Thank you for that :)!

[@lesliestewart1722]

Made my American version and holy moly!! Delicious on every level!! Thank you!!

[@dudesweetpro]

Wow this is the first time I’ve seen this show and I’m so happy the way she teaches cooking! She knows her stuff and includes the important info you need to be flexible!

[@sashkatihova7056]

The idea of browning the butter was a game changer! Very delicious, thank you!

[@DaniDuckUO]

I don’t think I’ve ever had Turkish food but I would dive into a vat of this. Oh. My. Goodness! 😳😍🤤

[@susanscovill6817]

Make room for meeeeeeeee!

[@zukoher]

Scrooge McDuck style!

[@refikakyuz8128]

U never Bad Turkish food o.O. U never ate kebab or something? U should definitely come visit turkey :)

[@philstone3859]

Danielle Mason, you must be from TEXAS! Ha ha! ✌️👍 maybe we could organize a special Jerry Springer episode? Call me!

[@dutchigamemania]

Never had a döner kebab? Wtf?

[@CynderPwnz]

Thank you for representing the Turkish cuisine and food culture - I've been searching for authenthic Turkish channels as a Turk living in Europe :)

[@ny2nc1969]

I just discovered your Chanel today, I have binge watching I love your Chanel, my prayers with you and Turkey, I had the pleasure of visiting Istanbul and loved it I will be back in the fall. Gosh bless you all

[@cogitoergosum914]

I really apreciate that youre team is always asking those clever questions during the whole video. 😊😊😊😊

[@coolthinghere6853]

yes! i love when the camera crew is included in, like the show 'dirty jobs'

[@amysabpisal]

yes its so helpful

[@dianeveilleux6452]

Not me. I think it is annoying.

[@lindaroberts7540]

My first husband was Greek and though he never earned the “Chef” title, he loved homemade traditional dishes from Greece and watching your videos and learning about Turkish cooking I want to learn more. I also think your film person is fabulous and could have a motion picture career anytime, she makes filming your food look delicious. Thank you,Linda an American viewer

[@Refika]

Linda Roberts ooo I will tell this to bahar asap!..

[@fighttheevilrobots3417]

Gosh I have memories of my Turkish dad eating this and making this. He would dip the bread right into the pan, which he would place on a piece of wood from his woodworking shop and my American mom would roll her eyes but then when she tried it she was in heaven. Gd bless you Dada.

[@SmthAbout.Money.SmellsLikeLove]

For people that want a different taste but still want turkish menemem I make menemen with garlic, onion, tomato sometimes bellpepers and eggs it is very good.

[@tassostsoutis601]

Hello Refika! Another great video. Great team. Lots of love from Greece.

[@sevvalserbes9006]

I hope Akis Petretzikis and Refika collaborates for a video in the future, it would be great! :)

[@yungcartiyungcarti7852]

Love from turkey brother😍

[@afisemenaborevlaka48]

Actually, sucuk and pastrima are Armenian.

[@eliftoujourspur9286]

afisemenaborevlaka48 i dont know about sucuk but pastırma is Turkish

[@bozoqturkmni8137]

@@yungcartiyungcarti7852 yalakalar yetişmiş hemen

[@1of2shoes]

I need to make this immediately. So glad I found you on KZbin.

[@MurderMostFowl]

This looks wonderful! I think I will make this for myself when my family is not home so I don’t have to share 😂

[@Refika]

Hahahhaa 😘

[@behuman2424]

selfish

[@shadekabegum2287]

Oh looks so yummy love u .

[@damienkershaw1709]

Food is best enjoyed with company

[@MurderMostFowl]

Be Human I was joking

[@crazyfun95]

When I went on vacation at Turkey, I was very surprised at how amazingly skillful they were at making eggs! So I would definitely try this!

[@mentorjer9411]

I just bumped into your channel and LOVED IT, instantly! It put me in the most comforting space. You are an angel. Thank you!

[@EtchisonDobbsBlair]

"If I was the menemen, I would dance as well." -Refika

[@mahithasabu8583]

😂😂

[@zeynepdemir1415]

Lool 😂

[@hendystark8333]

the best menemen can rap

[@billywong7775]

Better than most of the (*edited) cooking shows on tv!! So professional 🥰

[@Kismetkrt]

Omg, I tried making this today, faced with 20 minutes to get dinner on the table, and oh my, LOVE!! You are right, this should be world famous. I know it’s a breakfast delectable but-So simple and creamy, honestly an incredible meal for a cold January night. Refika, I’ve grown into a huge fan. Went and got some Turkish tomato and pepper paste and I’m going in for more!

[@crillzx]

I've watched this & made this numerous times but I'm back again to show love.

[@razazeltom9742]

Turkish food is absolutely delicious and underrated! I hope with your channel it gets more attention.

[@busybee9674]

I watched this video today and made my version. I lived in Yesel Uzumlu for a few years but it was too hot so came back home to England..Loved everything about Turkey the people the food. I used what I had in my pantry.....also I am a vegetarian....Grated courgette, chopped fresh toms, garlic and grated onion. I would have used cheese but didnt have any. I made lavash...and then reheated the recipe put 3 eggs in put the lid on and did not stir.....it was scrumptious...Thank you for the inspiration.....I cook for myself so have more for tomorrow....ideal recipe for different foods.

[@matthewedey]

I'm loving your channel. I used some Mexican ingredients with onion, Poblano peppers, Chorizo, Oaxaca, and Cojito cheeses and ate with corn tortillas, cilantro, and lime and it was really delicious. (particularly the addition of onion and use of Poblano peppers). if I can find the Turkish cured meats I will try your original recipe too.

[@catherinemartina6469]

I hope the culture in turkey, regarding “real” food, doesn’t change. How meat is traditionally cured,cheeses etc...traditional, not chemical, like North America, and now the rest of the world has followed.

[@erenkur3832]

Well it changed like other parts of world but there are boutique shops selling traditional foods. They are more expensive as expected and so most of the population consume chemical added ones. Finding natural ones and cooking with them taste better of course. Also in some local public markets organic or traditional foods prepared or grown by villagers themselves can be found especially in anatolian towns but in istanbul retail markets dominates the market. Also even the taste of people are changing, for example many Turkish dishes traditionally made with sheeps meat or many cheese made from sheeps milk but today they are both more expensive and people demand softer tastes like cheese made from cow milk etc so finding good traditional organic products are a bit difficult in large cities and when found they can be out of the purchasing limits of many Turkish families.

[@khuzdaar]

I missed Pakistani food when I visited Turkey. Of course they have their variety of flavours and foods. But when is discovered Menemen my homesickness was cured. Burst of flavours of eggs and tomatoes and chillies. BON APPETIT.

[@mariabarretto1245]

This just made me miss Turkey all over again!!! :(( Thank you Refika and team for bringing these delicious dishes to the world! More people should try Turkish cuisine, by far one of the best and one of my personal favorites!

[@elturco_5470]

Türk mutfağı bir cennettir.eğer yemekten haz ve tat almak istiyorsanız sizin aradıgınız mutfak Türk mutfağıdır.selamlar saygılar.afiyet olsun :))

[@arfye74]

I made this a few days ago, without chilli (I have a preference for non-spicy food for breakfast), and it's still VERY GOOD, thank you. Lots of love from Malaysia.

[@hmgkt]

I love menemen. I had it for breakfast and now at midnight I am having a craving for it again.

[@michaelpaddon5651]

Wow, this is breakfast on a whole new level. I’m a regular at a local Turkish restaurant but they don’t have this on the menu which is a shame. I adore your kitchen persona, that is one of the key ingredients for me. Tomorrow I’m heading to Ünlü Market and getting all the ingredients for an amazing Sunday Breakfast, Refika Style. Thank you.

[@ChuckCanada1]

I would like to say Alex sent me here but I found the channel on accident. You rock Rafika!

[@Hoopzic]

Dear Refika, I am from Bosnia and we generally have a lot of similarities in our cooking. I tried this meal this morning and everyone loved it. Especially the children. One is only 9 months old but she screamed for more. I have been watching your channel for quite some time and enjoy it very much. Thank you for your kind spirit.❤

[@SableRaf]

I’ve been meaning to try menemen ever since I first watched your video and I finally cooked this today. It was incredibly tasty! Even better, your channel gave me the confidence to explore my local Turkish supermarket like I almost know what I’m doing. I’m looking forward to try more recipes and discover new ingredients :) Thanks Refika! Much love from a French guy in Berlin.

[@TheTamago]

Tu me donnes envie d'oser aller dans mon épicerie turque aussi !

[@precursors]

@@TheTamago Si jamais yu y vas, essayez certainement la Pastirma (pastrami turc)

[@truckart]

Just discovered you today and am new subbie! Love Turkish food and Turkey and Turkish ppl. I love how you explain everything so well and that your co-workers participate in the conversation. Keep it up! 💗from UAE.

[@janicecarey3592]

I live in California USA and I make "Huevos Rancheros". Fry bacon bits until crispy, add salsa (tomatoes, onions, garlic, chilies) and simmer. Make a well in the sauce and add a egg to each well. Cover with melting cheese, cover and cook until the eggs are done to your liking. Serve with tortillas. Very similar. I love the way you cook and explain all the recipes. You and your crew are a joy to watch. The cinematography is spot on!

[@indraniniyogi1914]

Love your videos Refika. You have such a cheerful disposition n l love the way you explain everything. I am an Indian but getting addicted to Turkish food. Bless u Ref keep producing these incredible videos n share the zest of your love for life n cooking with everyone. Stay blessed.

[@SheikhAvicenna]

You made the menamen sound so good, I had to try it right away! What to do? No peppers at home except hot Serrano so I used those and also added some diced sautéed mushrooms. No Turkish style cheese so I added what I had - Beecher’s cheese from the Seattle area. Only had two small tomatoes so used these without the skin and augmented it with red pepper paste. Then the eggs... OMG! Surely, the best egg dish I’ve had in my life! Next time, I’ll be better prepared and try it your way but today was awesome and totally inspired by your cooking! 🙏🏼 Thank you!

[@oliviade5048]

Just made this! The butter and 8 minutes of simmering the tomatoes made a big difference! Mine is Almost as good as the Menemen I had at a Turkish cafe last month😊

[@SomeBuddy777]

Newly subscribed, I am watching non-stop 4 hours now and have gained much knowledge and 27 pounds and it is WORTH EVERY SINGLE OUNCE 🤗 So glad to find you!

[@jaffery1900]

We also have sucuk in Bosnia (we call it sudžuka, you pronounce "dž" as "c" in turkish). And we also have something similar to bastrma and we call it smoked beef. So I will definitely try this recipe, I can get all ingredients easily! Looks yummy!

[@arminsivic7441]

Kod nas u Krajini se kaže pastrma. To su sve njihove riječi i jela :D A Refika dere, prejaka je :D

[@jaffery1900]

@@arminsivic7441 Upravo ista riječ 😃 Refika je super, selam za Krajinu

[@ruthwinkler4574]

I made this last night and served it with crusty French bread. Absolutely fantastic!! Thank you for showing me such delightful Turkish recipes, Refika. I ended up using Hungarian cured sausage and a Hungarian smoked bacon as my meats in it. Used a mild Anaheim chili for the pepper. It was excellent. And Im making your Hammered Beef tonight!! Hugs from Las Vegas, Nevada

[@meatcreap]

Refika is such a wonderful teacher with so many wonderful things to teach! Thank you all for making these videos!!

[@Cyberia398]

For Australian viewers: Pastirma is sold as Basturma in grocers who sell middle eastern food. It’s delicious. There is a sliced packaged version from Australian company Fettayleh, they also make sujuk. Sujuk is easier to find than basturma.

[@sandalifernando2383]

I’m from Sri Lanka.. I like Turkish dishes soooo much.I cooked this with adding little onions also.it’s really delicious..thank you ❤️

[@Refika]

Ooo sperb.. lots of love to Sri lanka!

[@dominicfernandes4877]

Maam' your explanation of the contents of your recipe are more yummy than the recipe... Love it.. Thanks for your uploads. Love from India

[@gorjancica]

Why have I not found this channel before??? I absolutely love this video, all the additional information and great questions from the crew. You guys are fantastic

[@MariamSoofi]

This is the best recipe by far. I have been making this for over two years and every time it turns out amazing. It is a must try.

[@Santibag]

To non-Turkish people: This is like a slightly modified version of menemen. I don't want to say "non-traditional" because it is made different ways in different regions. Basic menemen is green pepper, tomato and egg. And in a poll made by the famous Turkish gourmet Vedat Milor, 50.6% of 440k people voted "menemen should include onion (added before tomatoes)" while 49.4% said "no onion" for basic menemen. The meaty stuff, melting cheese, spices, etc. are all up to your taste.

We have similar version in Hungary, it is called "lecsó". The basic version is white paprika, onion and tomato. There are also several varieties with rice, sausage or egg. Most of us eat it with fresh white bread. I more like it to cook with onion and more paprika than Refika's version. The cheese is a must and I also add some cumin and oregano. I also left the eggs(sometimes with a dozen of quail egg) in the top and cover it for a few minutes. The beauty of this dish is that everybody has its own way to do it.

[@emiroven51]

I think that the version without onions is a different meal. Might be another iteration of it too.

[@braich1984]

I like it with onions...tried making it the other day...delicious..

[@DaKussh]

Undead imbalance has spoken!!!

[@cheezysinz8714]

This is not menemen. She is either a touch Arabic or Greek.

[@webeccalabossiere5375]

Thank you Refika!! This is my first time trying any Turkish food and this recipe is amazing!!! Just made my Menemen and it is absolutely delicious! I tried it with some Haitian bread and I think I will make this everyday from now on 🥰

[@gucukogluh]

I m Turkish and living in London… Turkish cuisine is very popular here… affordable, healthy and tasty 😋 Love your channel Rafika. Your recipes simply and easy. Much love ❤️

[@margueritep.3413]

It isn’t the first time I prepare Menemen.... but let me tell you, yours is the best of them all, simply divine!

[@goshussimsek1577]

Sizi tebrik ediyorum, türk mutfagini yurtdisina tanitmaya calistiginiz icin❤

[@jassim6627]

One thing i really like about this channel are questions people often ask are already coming from behind the camera. Helpful.👍🏻

[@Refika]

Happy to hear that!

[@amerahism]

This is one of my favourite Sunday Brunch! Love the cultural info that you provide. You make cooking seem so easy. Can we have more vegetarian dishes please. Salutation from the UK xx

[@Sybaris_Rex]

Okay, I've subscribed, liked, and now am planning on when I can come to Turkey... enough just watching Turkish cooking on KZbin; I need to try the real deal.

[@ayrafatima6145]

I saw this video and immediately went to try it myself, your recipe is really awesome, loved it! Lot's of love from India 🇮🇳💕💕

[@benzcrazy]

Çok lezzetli ! This is my lunch for tomorrow Sucak I have I need to find a Turkish store and get the Pastourma . My Grandfather used to make that and Kavourma

[@faryalanjum2518]

I sent my mom this video and she loved it so much that she decided to make these for dinner suddenly. A few ingredients were not available but it was delicious the family loved it! Next time we will make it like this exact recipe! P.S I actually love the editing!

[@CesurYapayDünya]

Actually "menemen" is a breakfast dish in Turkey. But it goes well any time of the day I suppose.

[@kaganhudayar630]

@@CesurYapayDünya I am Turkish, and we have it for dinner all the time. It makes an excellent dinner. I also sometimes leave the eggs to poach over everything, rather than scrambling them. The runny yolk adds another delicious dimension to it all.

[@alexandrabruitte8022]

You have a new fan and subscriber from France! Your recipes are incredible, I am so glad you introduced me to Turkish cuisine.

[@maria-elenajohnston2412]

Oh my goodness, Refika... I have been saving this recipe and finally cooked it for Christmas brunch. What an absolute sensation. I could easily develop a Menemen problem! I just love your style and food. Thank you. You, and your food are joyous. 🌻

[@utahiggs]

OMG! Watched this yesterday and made it for breakfast this morning, it’ AMAZING!!!!!

[@samrateskeredzic]

Dear Refika, I’ve seen this video for the first time in Istanbul metro, year ago, while my family and I were in short visit. Felt in love at the first sight with the food and the city. This morning I’ve prepared menemen for breakfast for me and my youngest and enjoy in every bite, so is my 2 year old son, with the bread we pick every last drop from plates 😃 I hope we will try menemen and much more in Istanbul, I have wish to visit again your beautiful country. ❤️ take care, sending love from Bosnia and Herzegovina 😘

[@kimsim4647]

Eggs cooked in tomatos are one of my absolute favourites. Yumble!!

[@mallymakings2853]

I LOVE how you put everything into your videos. I’m educated on the history of how certain foods came about, I’m learning how to get real depths of flavour in my meals and I’m learning new recipes. I love your passion, enthusiasm and you’re so likeable. Your team are fab and the camera work, editing etc is spot on. I really appreciate your videos. Thank You. 😘 xxx

[@Refika]

Thank you 😘❤️🧿

[@hansolsen3101]

Turkish food is sooooooooooooooo underrated. So happy I found this channel !

[@ManishKumarSEOExpertIndia]

Love from India. I love to cook this when I have to impress someone. Loving your show now.

[@ghostbeetle2950]

Great video, and that looks delicious! I once had Menemen in Turkey and I never forgot! Thank you!

[@Dr-gb3zp]

Even though i m a subscriber of your Turkish channel for many years as a Turkish İ enjoy watching this channel as well the most catchy thing is that you dont repeat you upgrade yourself step to step in each video even though the content is the same.Thank you,i wish your energy and your excitement to your work always keep goes