This recipe comes from the Mandarin Boutique Hotel on the Southwest Turkish Coast. We sailed on a gullet in this area, well over a decade ago–a trip I’d repeat.

Ispanakli Omlet – Spinach Omelette

Ingredients:
500g fresh spinach, chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 eggs
1 tbsp butter
1 tsp salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp red pepper flakes

  • Bring 1.5 cups of water to the boil, add the spinach leaves and simmer until the leaves have wilted and all the water has evaporated.
  • Add the butter, chopped onion, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes and sauté for 3 or 4 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Thoroughly beat the eggs, pour onto the spinach mixture and cook on a low heat until set.
Maralyn
Author: Maralyn

Maralyn Dennis Hill, The Epicurean Explorer, is president emeritus of International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association, member of Society of American Travel Writers, and Society of Professional Journalists. She is Executive Editor of Luxe Beat Magazine and contributes to other publications. She also speaks and is a guest on many shows. The majority of Maralyn’s articles are now geared to the luxury market, spas, corporate retreats, business events, and culinary tourism, from simple to gourmet. Maralyn’s description of herself: I was born to travel and tell the tale. I’m energized by different cultures in every aspect of their lives, from food, wine, and destination, to how they conduct business. Travel represents a continual geography lesson.