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Source of protein, vitamin A and vitamin C
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Menemen with double-yolk egg (220 g) has 227 calories. That works out to 103 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.7 g of carbs, 9 g of protein, 16.3 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 41.8 mg of Vitamin C covers 46% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 220 g
227
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
9.7g
· 4% DV
Protein
9g
· 18% DV
Fat
16.3g
· 21% DV
Fiber
3.1g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 18% · Protein 16% · Fat 66%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 227 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.3 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 3.19 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 297 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.7 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% |
| Protein | 9 g | 18% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 220 g | 227 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 103 kcal |
| ½ serving (half) | 110 g | 113 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 124 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 170 g | 175 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 206 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 227 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 300 g | 309 kcal |
| 2 serving (double) | 340 g | 350 kcal |
Calculated from 103 calories per 100 g.
Menemen with double-yolk egg is a Turkish pan-cooked dish of eggs, tomatoes and peppers. It is commonly served hot, especially at breakfast, with bread for dipping. The double-yolk egg gives the dish two yolks in one egg rather than changing its basic preparation.
Menemen with double-yolk egg is made by softening peppers in a pan, cooking chopped tomatoes until tender, then adding the egg. Stir it for a soft scramble or leave the yolk more intact, and take the pan off the heat once the egg reaches your preferred doneness.
It can have onions, but menemen with double-yolk egg is also often made without them. Onion is a matter of regional and personal preference, not a requirement. If using it, cook it until soft before adding the peppers and tomatoes.
Menemen with double-yolk egg is often watery because the tomatoes release more liquid than the pan can evaporate. Cook the tomato mixture uncovered until it thickens before adding the egg, and avoid adding extra water. Very ripe tomatoes can make the dish especially juicy.
They can be runny, but menemen with double-yolk egg does not have to be. For a soft, slightly loose texture, stop cooking as soon as the eggs are just set; cook longer if you prefer them firm. The pan’s residual heat continues cooking the eggs after it leaves the stove.
Green peppers are the usual choice for menemen with double-yolk egg. Mild long peppers give the dish a gentle flavor, while hot peppers add more heat. Remove the seeds for a milder result, and cook the sliced peppers briefly before adding tomatoes.
No, menemen with double-yolk egg and shakshuka are related tomato-and-egg dishes, but they are not identical. Menemen is a Turkish dish commonly scrambled together in the pan, while shakshuka often leaves the eggs whole as they poach in the tomato sauce.
Menemen with double-yolk egg is commonly served with crusty bread or flatbread, which can be dipped into the tomato and egg mixture. For a Turkish-style breakfast, it also pairs well with olives, cheese and tea. Serve it straight from the pan while hot.
Yes, you can reheat menemen with double-yolk egg, although the eggs may become firmer. Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container, then warm them gently in a pan until hot throughout. Avoid repeated reheating, which can make the eggs dry and rubbery.
Not exactly: one double-yolk egg has two yolks but usually only one egg white. In menemen with double-yolk egg, that can make the mixture richer than using a regular egg, but it does not provide the same amount of white as two whole eggs.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
41.8mg · 46% DV
B12
0.99µg · 41% DV
Biotin
9.24µg · 31% DV
B2
0.4mg · 31% DV
Minerals
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Iodine
44µg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
180mg · 26% DV
Copper
0.15mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
444mg · 13% DV
Sodium
297mg · 13% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Menemen with double-yolk egg is a Turkish pan-cooked dish of eggs with tomatoes and green peppers. The vegetables soften and release their juices before the eggs are stirred in, though some cooks leave the yolks partly intact for a richer, softer finish. It is a home-style favourite rather than a dish with one fixed recipe.
In Turkey, it is most often served hot at breakfast, with bread for scooping up the saucy vegetables, and commonly shared straight from the pan. The double yolk makes the texture especially rich, while the tomatoes and peppers keep the flavour bright. It provides protein as well as vitamins A and C; pair it with a crisp salad or use less oil if you want a lighter plate.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.19g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.57g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.98g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.