Turkish eggs Çilbir recipe | Simple but gorgeous breakfast

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds protein and creaminess, while sour cream is more economical.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds a distinct flavor.

red pepper flakes

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika offers a milder flavor while being cost-effective.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more accessible and have a longer shelf life.

Crack eggs into a strainer until the liquid part of the white is drained (optional for neater eggs).

Add 1 tablespoon of vinegar and a little salt to boiling water.

Make a small vortex in the water using a spoon or whisk.

Reduce heat to low and carefully pour in the egg.

Cook the egg for exactly 3 minutes.

Repeat the process with the second egg.

Chop fresh dill.

Mix Greek yogurt, chopped dill, minced garlic, and salt to create a sauce.

In a frying pan, mix butter and olive oil in a 1:1 ratio.

Add chili powder and paprika to the butter and oil mixture, stir well, and remove from heat.

Spread the yogurt sauce on a plate.

Carefully place the poached eggs on top of the yogurt sauce.

Add black pepper to taste.

Drizzle with a little hot oil (optional).

Serve with toasted bread.

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