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Turkish Eggs with Creamy Yogurt

Indulge in Turkish Eggs with Creamy Yogurt for Brunch Bliss

Turkish Eggs with Creamy Yogurt, known as Çılbır, combines poached eggs, garlicky yogurt, and spiced butter for a delightful brunch experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Turkish
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Herbed Yogurt
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Greek Yogurt can use regular or dairy-free alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil no substitute needed
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice lime juice can be used
  • 1 clove Garlic grated; can swap with garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill can substitute with fresh mint or parsley
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt table salt works in a pinch
For the Poached Eggs
  • 4 large Eggs 2 per person for serving size
  • 1 tablespoon Distilled White Vinegar apple cider vinegar is also suitable
For Serving
  • 2 pieces Pita or Crusty Bread ideal for scooping
  • Flaky Sea Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper use to taste
For the Spiced Butter Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter can use salted but adjust salt elsewhere
  • 1 teaspoon Aleppo Pepper substitute with red pepper flakes or paprika for less heat

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • medium saucepan
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Small Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, dill, and salt. Mix until smooth and creamy. Set aside for flavors to meld.
  2. Fill a medium saucepan with water and add the vinegar. Bring to a gentle simmer. Crack the eggs into ramekins and lower them into the water. Poach for about 3 minutes.
  3. Using a slotted spoon, lift each poached egg out and let it drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  4. In a small pan, melt the butter over low heat, then stir in the Aleppo pepper and simmer for 1 minute. Do not brown.
  5. In shallow bowls, layer the herbed yogurt, add poached eggs, drizzle warm spiced butter, and garnish with dill or mint and sea salt. Serve with pita or bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the herbed yogurt to sit for at least 10 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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