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turkish eggs

Turkish eggs are a delicious and unique dish featuring poached eggs served over a bed of yogurt and topped with spiced butter, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, brunch
Cuisine: Turkish
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the eggs and yogurt
  • 4 large eggs preferably free-range
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt for serving
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for drizzling
For the spiced butter
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked or sweet
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 pinch salt
For garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint chopped

Method
 

Prepare the yogurt base
  1. In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with minced garlic and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
Cook the eggs
  1. Bring a saucepan of water to a gentle simmer. Crack each egg into a small bowl, then gently slide them into the simmering water. Poach for about 3-4 minutes until the whites are set but yolks are still runny.
  2. Using a slotted spoon, carefully remove the poached eggs and drain on paper towels.
Make the spiced butter
  1. In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add paprika, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt. Stir until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Assemble the dish
  1. In serving bowls, spoon the garlic yogurt mixture and top with poached eggs. Drizzle with the spiced butter and garnish with chopped dill and mint.

Notes

Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.