Yumurta Kapama

Yumurta Kapama is a traditional Turkish breakfast dish featuring eggs baked in a rich tomato and pepper sauce. This hearty yet healthy meal is perfect for starting your day with warmth and flavor.

Ingredients

• Eggs - 4 large
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, chopped
• Green bell pepper - 1 medium, chopped
• Tomato - 2 medium, diced
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the chopped red and green bell peppers and sauté for 5 minutes until they soften.
5. Add the diced tomatoes, paprika, salt, and black pepper, and cook for another 5 minutes until the tomatoes break down and form a sauce.
6. Make four small wells in the sauce and crack an egg into each well.
7. Cover the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
8. Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 370 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and maintenance.
• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from vegetables, promoting overall health.

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