Description
Turkish Eggs, or Çılbır, is a captivating dish that combines the creaminess of yogurt with perfectly poached eggs and a rich spiced butter sauce. This delightful recipe transforms any meal into an elegant affair, ideal for brunch or dinner gatherings. With its harmonious flavors and vibrant presentation, Turkish Eggs are sure to impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup plain full-fat yogurt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh herbs (dill or parsley), for garnish
Instructions
- Mix yogurt with a pinch of salt in a bowl until smooth; set aside.
- Poach the eggs in simmering water for about 3 minutes for runny yolks.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; add minced garlic and smoked paprika, cooking until fragrant.
- Spoon yogurt onto plates, create wells for the poached eggs, and place an egg in each well. Drizzle with spiced butter.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg with yogurt and sauce (85g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 370mg