Turkish Eggs Cilbir

Turkish Eggs Cilbir

Recipe by NZEggs
3.8 from 13 votes
Difficulty: Easy
Servings

2

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

10

minutes
Calories

320

kcal

Pairing yoghurt with poached eggs and spices served with toasted crusty bread for dipping is a real delight. Indulge in the creaminess of Turkish Eggs Cilbir at breakfast, brunch or lunchtime. Indulge in the creaminess of Turkish Eggs Cilbir.

Ingredients

  • 4 4 eggs

  • 1 cup 1 Turkish (or Greek) yoghurt

  • 2 cloves 2 garlic, minced

  • 2 tbsp 2 olive oil

  • 1 tsp 1 ground cumin

  • 1 tsp 1 smoked paprika

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

  • Red Chilli pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)

Directions

  • In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  • Reduce the heat to low, add the yoghurt, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well until the mixture is heated through.
  • In a separate pot, poach the eggs to your liking.
  • Place the poached eggs on top of the creamy garlic yogurt mixture.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and chilli pepper flakes if you desire.
  • Serve immediately with some warm crusty bread.

Notes

  • Original Recipe and Image used with permission, courtesy of @kitchenfeast  www.Making.mmmrecipes.com

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