Turkish-Style Breakfast

Ingredients

While the English breakfast is known for its bacon, sausages, and baked beans, the Turkish-style breakfast focuses on a variety of fresh ingredients such as olives, cheese, tomatoes, and cucumbers. The Turkish version also includes traditional Turkish bread, known as simit, and a selection of spreads like tahini and honey. This adaptation brings a Mediterranean twist to the classic English breakfast. We alse have the original recipe for English Breakfast, so you can check it out.

• 4 eggs 4 eggs
• 4 slices of Turkish bread (simit) or any crusty bread 4 slices of Turkish bread (simit) or any crusty bread
• 1 cucumber, sliced 1 cucumber, sliced
• 2 tomatoes, sliced 2 tomatoes, sliced
• 1 cup (150g) feta cheese, crumbled 1 cup (150g) feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/2 cup (75g) black olives 1/2 cup (75g) black olives
• 1/2 cup (75g) green olives 1/2 cup (75g) green olives
• 4 tablespoons tahini 4 tablespoons tahini
• 4 tablespoons honey 4 tablespoons honey
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 20g, 8g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 35g, 12g
• Protein: 15g
• Fiber: 5g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. 2.
   In a large frying pan, heat some olive oil over medium heat.
3. 3.
   Crack the eggs into the pan and cook until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny. Season with salt and pepper.
4. 4.
   While the eggs are cooking, place the Turkish bread slices on a baking sheet and warm them in the preheated oven for about 5 minutes.
5. 5.
   Arrange the sliced cucumber, tomatoes, feta cheese, black olives, and green olives on a serving platter.
6. 6.
   Remove the bread from the oven and place it on the platter.
7. 7.
   Drizzle the tahini and honey over the bread.
8. 8.
   Place the fried eggs on top of the bread.
9. 9.
   Garnish with fresh parsley.
10. 10.
    Serve immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Turkish bread (simit) — If you can't find simit, you can use any crusty bread with a chewy texture.
• Tahini — Stir the tahini well before using as it tends to separate. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra flavor.
• Feta cheese — For a creamier texture, you can mix the crumbled feta cheese with a tablespoon of Greek yogurt.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier kick, sprinkle some red pepper flakes over the eggs.
• Experiment with different types of cheese such as goat cheese or kasar cheese for a unique twist.
• Serve with a side of Turkish tea or freshly squeezed orange juice for a complete Turkish breakfast experience.
• Add some fresh mint leaves to the cucumber slices for a refreshing flavor.
• If you prefer your eggs well-done, cook them for a few more minutes until the yolks are fully set.

Serving advice

Serve the Turkish-style breakfast on a large platter, allowing everyone to help themselves to their favorite ingredients. Encourage guests to assemble their own open-faced sandwiches by spreading tahini and honey on the warm bread, topping it with the fried egg, and adding their desired combination of vegetables, olives, and feta cheese.

Presentation advice

Arrange the colorful ingredients in an aesthetically pleasing way on the platter. Place the warm bread in the center and surround it with the sliced cucumber, tomatoes, olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Top the bread with the fried eggs and garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant and appetizing presentation.