My version of Turkish eggs consists of garlicky yogurt topped with a soft fried egg and spicy, smoky butter. It’s warm, savory and comforting and perfect as an easy, healthy breakfast recipe.
I’ll be honest, I was hesitant to try Turkish eggs. The idea of yogurt and eggs just didn’t appeal to me but after reading rave reviews from pretty much every person who has ever tried them, I knew I would have to give them a go. And oh. my. goodness. The yoghurt, soft and egg and spicy butter sauce are all kinds of delicious. It’s a light, fresh and healthy breakfast or brunch recipe.
Although you can serve this without bread to keep it low carb, Keto or gluten free, a piece of crusty toast or warm pita bread is just heavenly swiped through that buttery goodness.
Ingredients
- Eggs.
- Yogurt. I used Greek yogurt but any thick, plain yogurt will work,
- Fresh garlic cloves.
- Butter. Olive oil can be substituted.
- Chilli flakes / red pepper flakes. Aleppo pepper can also be used.
- Smoked paprika.
- Fresh herbs: I used parsley and fresh dill but mint and basil will also be delicious.
- Salt and black pepper.
How to make Turkish eggs
Spoon the yogurt into a small bowl then grate the garlic in. Season with a pinch of salt then stir to combine. In a small skillet or pan set over medium-high heat, melt the butter then add the chilli flakes and smoked paprika. Cook for a minute until the butter is melted and foamy then remove from the heat. In a separate pan, fry the eggs in a tablespoon of olive oil until done to your preference. I would highly suggest leaving the yolks a little runny so that they mix with the butter and yogurt once cut into. Traditionally, Turkish eggs (or Cilbir) is made with poached eggs but I like the added texture of an egg cooked slightly crispy in olive oil.
If poaching eggs, bring a small saucepan of water to a boil. Crack in fresh eggs and allow to poach to your preference. Remove the eggs from the water with a slotted spoon.
Divide the yogurt mixture between two serving bowls then add the eggs and drizzle over a few tablespoons of the spicy butter. Garnish with chopped parsley and dill then serve immediately with pita bread or flatbread of your choice.
Easy egg recipes
Easy Turkish Eggs
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 garlic clove
- ¼ cup butter
- 1 tsp chilli flakes
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 2 eggs
- salt and black pepper to taste
- fresh herbs parsley/dill
Instructions
- Spoon the yogurt into a small bowl then grate the garlic in.
- Season with a pinch of salt then stir to combine.
- In a small skillet or pan set over medium-high heat, melt the butter then add the chilli flakes and smoked paprika.
- Cook for a minute until the butter is melted and foamy then remove from the heat.
- In a separate pan, fry the eggs in a tablespoon of olive oil until done to your preference.
- If poaching eggs, bring a small saucepan of water to a boil. Crack in fresh eggs and allow to poach to your preference. Remove the eggs from the water with a slotted spoon.
- Divide the yogurt mixture between two serving bowls then add the eggs and drizzle over a few tablespoons of the spicy butter.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and dill then serve immediately with pita bread or flatbread of your choice.
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