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Turkish Poached Eggs with Garlic Yogurt

Cultural Context

Originating from Turkey, Çılbır is a traditional dish that showcases the delightful combination of poached eggs and creamy garlic yogurt. It is often enjoyed as a breakfast or brunch item, symbolizing the country's rich culinary heritage. Today, this dish has gained popularity beyond Turkey, inspiring variations worldwide, while still celebrating its simple yet flavorful roots.

TurkishTRmain
30 min
medium
2 servings
Servings4
1 tbsp Butter or Olive oil
1/2 tsp Chilli Flakes
1/2 tsp chopped garlic
2 tbsp Tomato sauce
1 tsp Honey (optional)
Some Water
2 tbsp plain Yogurt (room temperature)
1/2 tsp Garlic Clove (grated)
Black Pepper (optional)
Salt (just a pinch)
1 Egg
1/2 tsp White Vinegar

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds protein and creaminess.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats.

red pepper flakes

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika offers a milder flavor.

1

Prepare the Chilli Butter Tomato Sauce by heating butter or olive oil in a pan, adding chilli flakes, chopped garlic, tomato sauce, honey (if using), and some water. Cook until combined.

2

In a separate bowl, mix the plain yogurt with grated garlic, a pinch of salt, and black pepper (if using).

3

Poach the egg by bringing water to a simmer, adding white vinegar, and gently cracking the egg into the water. Cook until the egg white is set but the yolk remains runny.

Cooking Techniques

poachingmixingdrizzling

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairyegg

Also Known As

Çılbır

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