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Çılbır: Turkish Eggs with Creamy Yogurt & Butter Sauce

Çılbır: Turkish Eggs with Creamy Yogurt & Butter Sauce Bliss

Çılbır is a delightful Turkish dish featuring poached eggs, herbed yogurt, and spiced butter, perfect for a quick and impressive breakfast.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Turkish
Calories: 296

Ingredients
  

For the Herbed Yogurt
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Greek Yogurt Plain yogurt or dairy-free alternatives work well too.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Lime juice can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced; roasted garlic can be used for a sweeter option.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Chopped; parsley or cilantro can substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Mint Chopped; basil can also work.
  • 1 pinch Kosher Salt Adjust as needed for flavor.
For the Poached Eggs
  • 4 large Eggs No substitutes recommended for poached perfection.
  • 1 tablespoon Distilled White Vinegar Vital for effective poaching.
For the Spiced Butter Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Ghee or dairy-free butter can be an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Aleppo Pepper Can substitute with smoked paprika or mild chili flakes.

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • small saucepan
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt with olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped dill, and kosher salt. Whisk until smooth and creamy, then set aside.
  2. Fill a medium saucepan with about 3 inches of water and add distilled white vinegar. Heat until it simmers gently. Crack eggs into small bowls and slide them into the simmering water, poaching for about 3 minutes.
  3. Melt unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in Aleppo pepper and let it infuse for about 1 minute.
  4. Spread the herbed yogurt in shallow bowls, place the poached eggs on top, drizzle with warm spiced butter, and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 296kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 14gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 370mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy Çılbır warm, paired with crusty bread for dipping. Perfect for impressing breakfast guests!

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