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Turkish Eggs (Cilbir)

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons Aleppo pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Fresh dill for garnish

Instructions

  • Combine the Greek yogurt with minced garlic and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Mix well and set aside at room temperature.
    Turkish Eggs (Cilbir)
  • Bring a pot of water to a gentle boil and add the vinegar. Crack each egg into a separate small bowl. Gently slide the eggs into the water one at a time, cooking for about 3 minutes until the whites are set but yolks remain runny.
    Turkish Eggs (Cilbir)
  • While the eggs are poaching, heat the olive oil in a small pan and add the Aleppo pepper flakes and smoked paprika. Cook for about 30 seconds.
    Turkish Eggs (Cilbir)
  • Place the yogurt mixture in two bowls, top each with a poached egg, and drizzle with the spiced olive oil and garnish with dill. Serve immediately.
    Turkish Eggs (Cilbir)

Nutrition Info:

Calories: 305kcal (15%) Carbohydrates: 5g (2%) Protein: 14g (28%) Fat: 26g (40%) Saturated Fat: 4g (25%) Sodium: 123mg (5%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 3g (3%)

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Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.