Description
Turkish Eggs, or Cilbir, is a sensational dish that combines silky Greek yogurt, perfectly poached eggs, and fragrant spiced butter. Ideal for brunch or a cozy breakfast at home, this recipe will impress your guests with its delightful flavors and stunning presentation. Experience the warm embrace of this culinary masterpiece that turns any meal into a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large fresh eggs
- 1 cup thick Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp dried mint (or fresh if preferred)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt with salt and pepper until smooth.
- Poach the eggs in simmering water for about 4 minutes until whites are set but yolks remain runny.
- In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in red pepper flakes and dried mint until fragrant.
- Spread the yogurt mixture on plates, top with poached eggs, and drizzle with spiced butter.
- Add extra red pepper flakes or herbs as desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 370mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, infuse the butter with additional spices such as garlic or paprika. Experiment with toppings like feta cheese or fresh herbs to customize your dish.