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Turkish Eggs

Discover Flavorful Turkish Eggs for an Epic Brunch Delight

Turkish Eggs, also known as Çılbır, are a creamy yogurt dish topped with poached eggs and spiced butter, making a delightful brunch.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Turkish
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Yogurt Base
  • 2 cups Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
  • 1 clove Garlic finely grated
  • to taste Kosher salt
  • to taste Ground black pepper
For the Poached Eggs
  • 4 Large eggs or chickpea-based egg substitute
  • 1 tablespoon White vinegar or apple cider vinegar
For the Spiced Butter Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter or olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons Aleppo pepper or smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika sweet or smoked
For Garnishing
  • to taste Chopped fresh herbs such as dill, parsley, mint

Equipment

  • small bowl
  • small pan
  • pot
  • strainer
  • ramekins
  • slotted spoon
  • serving plate

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Turkish Eggs
  1. Prepare the Garlicky Yogurt: In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, finely grated garlic, kosher salt, and ground black pepper. Stir everything together until smooth.
  2. Make the Spiced Butter Sauce: In a small pan over medium-low heat, melt the unsalted butter until frothy. Add Aleppo pepper and paprika, stirring until fragrant.
  3. Prepare the Eggs: Crack each egg into a strainer set over a bowl to drain excess whites for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Poach the Eggs: Bring a pot of water to a gentle simmer, add white vinegar, and carefully lower the ramekins with eggs into the water, poaching for about 3 minutes.
  5. Assemble the Dish: Remove poached eggs with a slotted spoon, place on paper towels, spread garlicky yogurt on a plate, top with eggs, drizzle spiced butter sauce, and garnish with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 14gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 370mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Quality yogurt and gentle simmering are crucial for perfect texture. Customize spices and use any fresh herbs for garnish. Serve with crusty bread.

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