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Turkish Eggs (Çılbır)

Classic Turkish dish of poached eggs served over garlicky yogurt and finished with spiced butter.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 plates
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Turkish
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Eggs & Yogurt Base
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt full-fat
  • 1 clove garlic grated
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
Spiced Butter
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper or paprika

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Slotted spoon
  • Mixing bowl
  • Small skillet

Method
 

  1. Poach eggs in gently simmering water until whites are set and yolks are runny.
  2. Mix yogurt with garlic, olive oil, and salt until smooth.
  3. Melt butter and stir in Aleppo pepper or paprika until fragrant.
  4. Spread yogurt onto plates, top with eggs, and drizzle with spiced butter.

Notes

Serve immediately with warm bread for best texture and flavor.