Breakfast: Pomidor-Yumurta (Pomidor-Yumurta) – Tomato and Egg Skillet

Breakfast Pomidor-Yumurta (Pomidor-Yumurta) is a beloved Azerbaijani dish made by gently cooking ripe tomatoes and eggs together in a skillet. It’s a rustic, flavorful breakfast that’s both quick and deeply satisfying. At MUNCH CLASSES, you’ll learn how to balance the acidity of tomatoes with the richness of eggs, creating a dish that’s as comforting as it is iconic.

This dish is rooted in the simplicity of Azerbaijani village life, where fresh produce and eggs from the backyard were transformed into nourishing meals. The proverb “Yumurta ilə pomidor, süfrənin şirinidir” (“Eggs and tomatoes sweeten the table”) reflects its everyday charm. At MUNCH CLASSES, we explore how this humble dish became a national favorite and how to elevate it with herbs, spices, and technique.