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Turkish Eggs (Cilbir)

Cultural Context

Cilbir, or Turkish Eggs, has its roots in Ottoman cuisine, traditionally enjoyed as a hearty breakfast. This dish beautifully combines poached eggs with creamy garlic yogurt, topped with spiced butter, showcasing the rich flavors of Turkish cooking. Today, Cilbir is celebrated not only in Turkey but also in cafes and homes worldwide, often adapted to suit various tastes and dietary preferences.

TurkishTRmain
30 min
medium
2 servings
Servings4
1 cup full fat Greek yogurt
2 garlic cloves
coarse salt
freshly cracked pepper
2 tablespoons fresh dill
1/4 cup olive oil
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 teaspoons Aleppo pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons vinegar
large eggs
artisan bread
garlic comi

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.

1

Start by straining regular yogurt if not using Greek yogurt to make it denser.

2

Grate in 1 garlic clove into 1 cup of full fat Greek yogurt and season with coarse salt and freshly cracked pepper.

3

Mix the yogurt and taste, adding another grated garlic clove for more flavor if desired.

4

Mince 2 tablespoons of fresh dill and add to a small bowl with 1/4 cup of olive oil.

5

In a medium-sized sauté pan, melt 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter over low medium heat.

6

Add 2 teaspoons of Aleppo pepper and 1 teaspoon of paprika to the melted butter and season with salt.

7

Prepare to poach the eggs by filling a medium-sized pot with water and heating it to a strong simmer, optionally adding 2 tablespoons of vinegar.

8

Crack the eggs into a bowl and create a vortex in the simmering water before gently dropping the egg into the center.

9

Cook the egg for 90 seconds to 2 minutes for over easy, adding more time for firmer yolks if desired.

10

Use a strainer to remove the poached egg and drain excess water on a paper towel.

11

Optionally, use a small strainer to separate the loose watery parts of the egg whites before poaching multiple eggs at once.

12

Slice artisan bread and optionally brush with melted butter or olive oil before toasting under the broiler.

13

Spread garlic comi on the toasted bread after broiling.

14

On a plate, create an oversized dollop of the garlicky yogurt and drizzle with the dill oil.

15

Place the poached eggs on top of the yogurt and season with salt and pepper.

16

Drizzle the Aleppo pepper sauce over the eggs and garnish with optional minced fresh mint.

Cooking Techniques

poachingmixingdrizzling

Equipment Needed

medium-sized sauté panmedium-sized potsmall bowlstrainerpaper towelplate

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairyeggs

Also Known As

CilbirTurkish Poached Eggs

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