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A pan of Turkish caramelized onion and eggs topped with melted cheese and red pepper flakes.

Turkish Caramelized Onion and Eggs with Melted Cheese

A savory and sweet Turkish breakfast dish featuring slow-sautéed onions, perfectly cooked eggs, and a layer of gooey melted cheese.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Turkish
Calories: 335
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large White or yellow onion, thinly sliced (half-moons)
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 3 tbsp Vegetable oil (or half oil, half butter)
  • ½ cup Grated Kashar cheese (or Mozzarella / Cheddar)
  • ½ tsp Red pepper flakes
  • ½ tsp Paprika
  • ¼ tsp Salt
  • ¼ tsp Black pepper

Equipment

  • Heavy-Bottomed Skillet: For even heat distribution to prevent the onions from burning.
  • Sharp Chef’s Knife: Essential for getting those thin, uniform onion slices.
  • Lid: To help melt the cheese and set the egg whites perfectly.
  • Silicone Spatula: For gentle stirring and ensuring no onion bits stick to the pan.

Method
 

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add the onions.
    Sautéing sliced onions in a frying pan with vegetable oil over medium heat.
  2. Sauté the onions for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become very soft and turn a deep golden-brown color.
  3. Once the onions are caramelized, add the salt, black pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Stir for 30 seconds to release the aromas of the spices.
    Adding salt, paprika, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the caramelized onions.
  4. Crack the eggs directly over the onions. You can scramble them slightly with the onions or leave the yolks intact—whichever you prefer!
    Cracking two fresh eggs over a bed of seasoned caramelized onions in the pan.
  5. Cook until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still slightly soft (or fully cooked if preferred).
    Cooking the eggs until the whites are set and combined with the flavorful onions.
  6. Sprinkle the grated cheese evenly over the top of the eggs and onions.
    Adding a layer of grated Kaşar or mozzarella cheese over the cooked eggs and onions.
  7. Cover the pan with a lid for about 1-2 minutes until the cheese is completely melted and bubbly.
    Covering the frying pan with a lid to melt the cheese perfectly over the eggs.
  8. Serve hot immediately, preferably in the pan, with plenty of fresh bread on the side.
    The final dish of cheesy Turkish caramelized onion and eggs ready for serving.

Video

Notes

If you prefer a more cheesy and creamy texture, increase the cheese to 3/4 cup and cover the pan for the last 1–2 minutes to help it melt evenly.