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Turkish Eggs

Turkish Eggs

A traditional Turkish breakfast dish featuring poached eggs over garlicky yogurt, drizzled with spiced butter and topped with chili flakes - a creamy, spicy, and comforting meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Turkish
Servings 2 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar (for poaching)
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 slices crusty bread (for serving)

Instructions
 

  • Prepare Yogurt: Mix yogurt, garlic, and pinch of salt. Divide between two bowls.
    Poach Eggs:
    Bring water + vinegar to simmer in a saucepan.
    Crack eggs individually into ramekins, then slide into water.
    Cook 3-4 minutes until whites set. Remove with slotted spoon.
    Spiced Butter: Melt butter in small pan over low heat. Add paprika and pepper flakes. Cook 1 minute until fragrant.
    Assemble: Place 2 poached eggs over each yogurt bowl. Drizzle with spiced butter. Garnish with dill. Serve with bread.

Notes

  • For creamier yogurt, thin with 1 tbsp milk or water.
  • Substitute smoked paprika for extra depth.
Keyword Turkish Eggs