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Turkish Inspired Eggs – Cilbir

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A delightful Turkish dish featuring poached eggs served over creamy yogurt and topped with a spicy butter sauce.

Ingredients

Dairy

  • 16 ounces Greek yogurt

Eggs

  • 4 large eggs

Spices

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for yogurt mixture)
  • 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoons chopped dill
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • mint chopped
  • chives chopped

Instructions 

  • Heat butter, olive oil, garlic, and spices in a pan for 2-3 minutes.
  • Mix yogurt with olive oil, lemon zest, dill, black pepper, and salt until creamy.
  • Simmer water in a pot, add vinegar, and poach eggs for 2-3 minutes.
  • Assemble by spreading yogurt on a plate and adding poached eggs.
  • Drizzle with chili oil and garnish with mint and chives.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the butter sauce cool slightly before drizzling.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Turkish
Keyword: Eggs