Turkish Eggs

This Turkish eggs recipe offers a delightful twist on traditional breakfast fare, combining poached eggs with a tangy yoghurt sauce infused with garlic and herbs. The dish is then drizzled with fragrant chilli-infused butter and served atop a slice of toasted sourdough bread. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation, this recipe is perfect for both leisurely weekend brunches and quick weekday meals. Bursting with flavour and vibrant colours, it’s sure to become a new favourite in your breakfast repertoire. Whether enjoyed solo or shared with loved ones, these Turkish eggs are a delicious way to start any day on a savoury note.

As the first rays of sunlight kiss the horizon or just your alarm clock wakes you, there’s no better way to greet the day than with a sumptuous breakfast that awakens the senses and nourishes the soul. In the realm of morning delights, few dishes boast the perfect balance of simplicity and indulgence quite like Turkish eggs. Whether you’re craving a leisurely weekend brunch or a quick weekday treat, this timeless recipe promises to elevate your morning routine to new heights. From the bustling kitchens of Istanbul to the cosy cafes of coastal villages, this beloved dish holds a cherished place in the hearts of food enthusiasts around the world. With just a handful of humble ingredients and a dash of culinary finesse, you’ll soon discover why Turkish eggs have earned their place as a breakfast staple. So, dust off your pans, gather your freshest eggs and finest spices, and prepare to embark on a gastronomic journey that celebrates the art of simplicity and the beauty of tradition. Whether you’re a seasoned home chef or a culinary novice, this Turkish eggs recipe is sure to delight your taste buds and leave you craving seconds. I have been eating this every day recently and I have not got bored of it, I wake up wanting it straight away! Get ready to savour the sunrise with a dish that’s as delicious as it is delightful: Turkish eggs.

Turkish Eggs (Cilbir)

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Prep Time:10 minutes mins

Cook Time:10 minutes mins

Course: Breakfast, brunch

Cuisine: Turkish

Keyword: eggs, Savoury breakfast

Servings: 1 person

Equipment

• 1 frying
• 1 saucepan
• 1 sharp knife
• 1 chopping board

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 3 heaped tbsp greek yoghurt you can use dairy free or dairy
• 1 clove garlic large
• 1 tsp sweet paprika
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 slices your favourite bread I used seeded sourdough

Instructions

• Bring your water to a low simmer and swirl your water with a spoon. 
• Crack the egg into the vortex and leave to cook for 3 minutes. Keep an eye on your pan to make sure that it doesn’t boil too much as this will break up the egg. Once you have cooked one egg remove it with a slotted spoon and place it on a plate lined with a cloth. Repeat with the second egg.
  2 eggs
• Whilst the eggs are cooking slice and toast your bread.
  2 slices your favourite bread, 2 eggs
• Heat your butter and oil in a frying pan, then add your spices and stir.
  1 tsp sweet paprika, ¼ tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tbsp butter, 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• Finely chop your garlic and place on a plate.
  1 clove garlic
• Spoon your yoghurt on top of the garlic and mix in.
  3 heaped tbsp greek yoghurt, 1 clove garlic
• Place your eggs on the yoghurt and then pour the spice mixture on top.
  2 eggs, 3 heaped tbsp greek yoghurt, 1 tsp sweet paprika, ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
• Then dig in with your crispy sourdough! 

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Notes

You can swap out the butter for extra oil or vice versa.

If you have Aleppo chilli then you can use this instead of the paprika and cayenne just use one tsp or slightly less if you do not like it spicy!