Traditional Fried Egg Kapama
Quick answer
Yumurta kapama is made by slicing boiled eggs and combining them with sizzling spiced butter. This delicious breakfast recipe should be served hot.
- Total time
- 15 dk
- Servings
- 2
- Calories (est.)
- ~180 kcal
- Difficulty
- kolay
yumurta kapama · turkish breakfast · egg recipes
15 dk · 2 servings · 180 kcal
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon ground red pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- Half teaspoon salt
- Quarter bunch fresh mint or parsley
Method
- Place the eggs in a saucepan, cover with water, and boil for 8-10 minutes until hard-boiled.
- Peel the boiled eggs and cut them in half lengthwise.
- Melt the butter in a wide pan, add the ground red pepper and chili flakes, and let them sizzle slightly.
- Place the sliced eggs over the melted butter with the yolks facing down or flat sides down.
- Sprinkle with salt and cook on low heat for about 2-3 minutes to absorb the butter flavor.
- Garnish with finely chopped fresh herbs and serve hot.
Wet your knife slightly when cutting the eggs to prevent the yolks from crumbling.
FAQ
What kind of oil is used for yumurta kapama?
Traditionally butter is used, but you can also use olive oil if you prefer.
How long should the eggs be boiled?
The eggs need to be fully hard-boiled for this dish, so boiling for 8-10 minutes is ideal.
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