Turkish Eggs with Spicy Chili Butter and Fresh Herbs Recipe
Turkish Eggs is a creamy and flavorful breakfast dish featuring tangy Greek yogurt topped with perfectly poached eggs and a spicy chili butter, served with warm naan or toasted bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Turkish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups plain full-fat Greek yogurt (at room temperature)
- 1 small garlic clove (finely grated)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Turkish red pepper flakes or crushed red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- fresh parsley or dill (finely chopped)
- warm naan (or toasted bread, optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Yogurt Base: In a bowl, mix the 2 cups plain full-fat Greek yogurt with 1 small garlic clove (grated) and ½ tsp of Kosher salt. Spread evenly onto two shallow bowls or plates and let sit at room temperature until you cook the eggs.
- Poach the Eggs: Fill a saucepan with about 3 inches of water and bring to a gentle simmer (not boiling). Stir in the 1 tablespoon vinegar.
- Poach the Eggs: Crack each of the 4 large eggs into individual small cups. One at a time, gently slide the eggs into the water.
- Poach the Eggs: Cook for 2½ to 3 minutes for a soft yolk. Remove with a slotted spoon and lightly dab with a paper towel.
- Make the Chili Butter: Melt the 1 tablespoon unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small pan over medium heat. Once melted and slightly foamy, add 1 teaspoon Turkish red pepper flakes or crushed red pepper flakes and ½ teaspoon smoked paprika. Cook for 15 seconds, then remove from heat.
- Assemble: Place 2 poached eggs over yogurt in each bowl, then spoon over with warm chili butter. Sprinkle with fresh parsley or dill (chopped). Serve with warm naan.
Notes
- Let the yogurt base sit at room temperature before adding eggs to enhance flavor.
- Do not let the water boil when poaching eggs; keep it at a gentle simmer for best results.
- Use fresh herbs for garnish to add a burst of freshness.
- Serve with warm naan or toasted bread for a complete meal.
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