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Turkish Sausage and Eggs (Sucuklu Yumurta)
By eatmundo · July 5, 2026
🇹🇷 TRAI-generated imageA beloved Turkish breakfast, Sucuklu Yumurta features spicy, garlicky sucuk sausage pan-fried until crispy, then combined with perfectly cooked eggs. It's a hearty and flavorful dish, perfect for sharing with fresh bread.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Slice 200 grams of sucuk (Turkish garlic sausage) into half-centimeter rounds. In a 20cm non-stick pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
- 2
Add the sucuk slices to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until they release their oils and become slightly crispy and fragrant.
- 3
If desired, add 1 small chopped green pepper or 1/2 chopped tomato to the pan and sauté for another 2-3 minutes until softened.
- 4
Crack 4 large eggs directly over the sucuk and vegetables in the pan. Sprinkle lightly with a pinch of salt, black pepper, and chili flakes if you enjoy extra warmth.
- 5
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and cook for 5-7 minutes. Watch for the egg whites to set completely while the yolks remain beautifully runny.
- 6
Alternatively, for firmer yolks, cook uncovered for an additional 2-3 minutes. The key is to achieve your desired yolk consistency without overcooking.
- 7
Once the eggs are cooked to your liking, carefully remove the pan from the heat.
- 8
Serve immediately, directly from the pan if it's a skillet, with plenty of fresh crusty bread to dip into the rich yolks and savory sucuk juices.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sucuklu Yumurta?+
Sucuklu yumurta is a Turkish breakfast dish consisting of fried eggs cooked with sucuk, a dry, spiced beef sausage. It is typically prepared in butter with vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, and spices, and is commonly served as a primary component of a traditional Turkish morning meal.
What type of sausage is best for Sucuklu Yumurta?+
For an authentic taste, use Turkish sucuk, a dry, fermented, spiced sausage made from ground beef. Look for it in Turkish or Middle Eastern grocery stores.
How should I cook the sucuk to avoid it being too greasy?+
Sucuk renders a good amount of fat, which is flavorful. Cook it on medium heat until lightly browned, then you can drain off some excess fat if you prefer a less greasy dish before adding the eggs.
What's the traditional doneness for the eggs in Sucuklu Yumurta?+
Traditionally, the eggs are cooked sunny-side up or fried until the whites are set but the yolks remain wonderfully runny, perfect for dipping bread.
Should I cook the tomatoes and peppers separately or with the sucuk?+
It's best to sauté the diced tomatoes and peppers with the sucuk for a few minutes before cracking in the eggs. This allows them to soften slightly and meld their flavors with the sausage and its rendered fat.
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