Turkish Eggs
Turkish eggs are a warm, comforting dish that brings together creamy yogurt, perfectly poached eggs, and fragrant spiced butter. This delightful combination transforms any breakfast or brunch into a flavorful experience that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Perfectly versatile, Turkish eggs can be enjoyed with crusty bread or on their own for a light meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Boiling/Frying
- Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large free-range eggs
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh dill or mint for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Boil the eggs: In a pot of gently simmering water, add the eggs and cook for 6-7 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking.
- 2. Melt the butter: In a frying pan over medium heat, melt the butter and add smoked paprika. Cook until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- 3. Prepare the yogurt base: Spread Greek yogurt generously on a serving plate.
- 4. Assemble: Peel the cooled eggs and place them on the yogurt base, then drizzle with spiced butter.
- 5. Garnish: Sprinkle with fresh herbs, salt, and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 370mg