Coffeehouse-Style Sosis Tokhme Morgh Recipe; Simple, Quick, and Tasty
Iranian Sosis Tokhme Morgh (Sausage and eggs) is one of those simple, popular meals that come together in a short time with just a few basic ingredients. It works well for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner.
The combination of browned sausage, eggs, tomato paste, and simple spices creates the familiar, comforting flavor many people remember from old-school breakfast spots and traditional coffeehouses.
If you are craving something quick, filling, and nostalgic, this recipe is definitely worth trying.
Ingredients :
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Good-quality meat sausage or cocktail sausage | 350 g (0.77 lb) |
| Eggs | 4 |
| Tomato paste | 1 to 1.5 tablespoons |
| Black pepper | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Paprika | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Mustard powder | 1/4 teaspoon, optional |
| Oil | 1 teaspoon, if needed |
| Salt | If needed, at the end of cooking |
Optional Ingredients for Extra Flavor
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped and golden sautéed onion
- 2 to 3 tablespoons chopped bell pepper
- A little parsley, dill, or dried mint
- 2 to 3 tablespoons cheddar or mozzarella cheese for a modern version
Instruction:
1) Slice and prepare the sausage
Cut the sausages into rounds or on a diagonal. Diagonal slices look better and give more surface area for browning.
Place a frying pan over medium heat. If your sausage has enough fat, add it to the pan without oil. If it is a bit dry, add only 1 teaspoon of oil.
Cook the sausage for 3 to 4 minutes until both sides are lightly golden and slightly crisp, and the fat and aroma are released.
2) Fry the tomato paste
Once the sausage is lightly browned, move it to one side of the pan. Add the tomato paste to the empty side and cook it for about 30 to 60 seconds until its color deepens and the raw taste is gone.
Then mix the tomato paste with the sausage so all the pieces are coated well.
Tip: If you want the mixture to be a little softer, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water so the tomato paste blends more easily in the pan.
3) Add the spices and eggs
Crack the eggs into a bowl and add the black pepper, paprika, and mustard powder if using. Whisk just enough to break the yolks and combine them lightly with the whites.
Pour the eggs over the sausage and tomato paste.
Keep the heat on low to medium and let the eggs set gently.
If you like a smoother texture, stir once or twice gently.
If you want a more traditional, chunkier look, stir less so larger pieces of egg stay in the dish.
4) Final seasoning and serving
Once the egg whites are fully set and the eggs reach your preferred texture, the dish is ready. Taste it and add a little salt only if needed, because sausage is usually already salty.
Serve the Sosis Tokhme Morgh right away with sangak, barbari, fresh lavash, or hot toast.
If you enjoyed this recipe, you might also like our Persian Omelette recipe, which is another coffeehouse favorite.
Sausage and Eggs with Onion and Bell Pepper
If you want the dish to be a little more flavorful and complete, do this before adding the sausage:
- Sauté a small amount of finely chopped onion until golden.
- Add chopped bell pepper and cook for 1 minute.
- Then add the sausage and continue with the rest of the recipe.
This version is great if you enjoy the flavor of vegetables, but if you want the authentic coffeehouse taste, it is better to keep it simple.
Other Iranian dishes that are quick to prepare and have a nostalgic theme include Sosis Bandari and Vavishka.
Lighter Baked Sausage and Eggs
If you want to use less oil, you can make this dish in the oven.
Ingredients for the lighter version
- Low-fat sausage: 2 pieces
- Eggs: 2
- Black pepper: a little
- Chopped bell pepper or tomato: optional
Method
Place the chopped sausage in an oven-safe dish. Crack the eggs on top and sprinkle with a little black pepper.
Bake in a preheated oven at 190°C (375°F) for about 12 to 15 minutes, just until the egg whites are set and the eggs do not dry out.
Bandari sausage, along with Nimro, Adasi, and Kaleh Pacheh, are considered nostalgic Iranian breakfasts.
Golden Tips :
- Do not over-fry the sausage, or it will become dry and tough.
- Always cook the tomato paste briefly to remove its raw taste.
- Add salt at the end, not at the beginning.
- If you want a more classic flavor, keep it simple and skip the cheese.
- For better aroma, a small amount of paprika or thyme is enough; too many spices will cover the main flavor.
- This dish should be served hot and fresh, because the egg texture drops after sitting for a while.
What Bread Goes Well with Sausage and Eggs?
The best options are:
- Sangak
- Barbari
- Fresh lavash Bread
- Toast
- Simple sandwich bread
You can also serve it with Khiar Shoor, fresh tomatoes, green chili peppers, or hot tea.
FAQ
What is the best type of sausage for Sosis Tokhme Morgh?
A good-quality meat sausage or cocktail sausage is the best choice because it has a better texture and gives a more balanced flavor after cooking.
Can I make this dish without tomato paste?
Yes. You can leave out the tomato paste and make it with just sausage and eggs, but tomato paste gives the dish that nostalgic coffeehouse-style flavor and color.
How can I keep the egg yolk soft?
If you want softer yolks, stir the eggs less and reduce the cooking time. Remove the pan from the heat as soon as the egg whites are set.
Can I add cheese to this dish?
Yes, but cheese is better for the modern version. In the traditional version, cheese is usually not used.
