Menemen (Keto-Modified Plate)
Turkish Scrambled Eggs with Tomato & Peppers (Keto, no bread)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no bread on the side. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Turkish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant and flavorful Turkish breakfast or brunch staple featuring scrambled eggs cooked with sautéed green bell peppers, onions, and ripe tomatoes, often seasoned with red pepper flakes and herbs. Served without the customary bread for dipping.
Key ingredients
Eggs, tomatoes, green bell peppers, onion, olive oil/butter, spices (red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper), parsley.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no bread on the side. Confirm no sugar is added to the tomato mixture, as some establishments might do this to balance acidity.
Watch out for
Tomatoes and onions are carb-containing vegetables. Some chefs may add a pinch of sugar to the tomato base. Restaurant portions can be generous with vegetables.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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