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Turkish Eggs (Cilbir)

Delicious Turkish Eggs (Cilbir) for Your Perfect Morning Boost

Indulge in Turkish Eggs (Cilbir) – a protein-packed breakfast with poached eggs on herbed yogurt, topped with spiced butter.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Turkish
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Yogurt Base
  • 1 cup Yogurt Use Greek yogurt for a thicker consistency
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Mint Leaves Chopped
  • 0.5 clove Garlic Crushed
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Poached Eggs
  • 2 large Eggs Fresher eggs are easier to poach
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar White vinegar is preferred
For the Spiced Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Butter (unsalted) High-quality butter like Kerrygold enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes Aleppo pepper for an authentic twist
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Deep pot
  • Skillet
  • Slotted Spoon

Method
 

Step‐by‐Step Instructions
  1. Finely chop fresh dill and mint, then crush half a garlic clove. In a medium bowl, combine these herbs with yogurt, seasoning the mixture with a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well to ensure the flavors meld together.
  2. In a deep pot, bring water to a gentle boil and add a splash of white vinegar. Create a slight whirlpool and gently crack in your first egg, allowing it to poach for about 2-3 minutes. Repeat with the second egg.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, melt unsalted butter and add chili flakes and smoked paprika. Stir continuously for about 1-2 minutes until the butter is fragrant and bubbly.
  4. On a large plate, spread a thick layer of the herbed yogurt mixture. Nestle the poached eggs on top without slipping.
  5. Drizzle the warm spiced butter generously over the poached eggs and sprinkle additional chopped herbs and black pepper for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 375mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Serve immediately for the ideal experience.

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