Description
Turkish Eggs (Cilbir) is a delectable breakfast dish featuring creamy Greek yogurt and perfectly poached eggs, all drizzled with a fragrant paprika-infused butter sauce. This vibrant and nutritious meal not only tantalizes your taste buds but also transports you to the lively streets of Istanbul. Whether you’re enjoying a leisurely brunch or a quick meal, Cilbir offers an indulgent experience packed with flavor and comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large fresh eggs
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp sweet or smoked paprika
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or mint)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your poaching station by filling a medium saucepan with water and adding a splash of vinegar. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt with minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth; set aside.
- Crack each egg into small bowls and gently slide them into the simmering water. Poach for about 3 minutes for runny yolks.
- In another pan over low heat, melt butter and stir in paprika until fragrant.
- Spoon the whipped yogurt onto plates or bowls, create wells for the poached eggs, and place one egg atop each mound of yogurt.
- Drizzle the spiced butter over the eggs and garnish with fresh dill before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 370mg