Turkish Eggs (Cilbir) with Chili Butter

Name: Turkish Eggs (Cilbir) with Chili Butter
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients: 1 cup thick Greek yogurt, room temperature; 1 clove garlic, grated; 4 large eggs; 3 tbsp butter; 1 tsp Aleppo pepper or paprika flakes

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Total: 20 min Serves: 2 Vegetarian Gluten-Free

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Poached eggs served over garlic-infused Greek yogurt, drizzled with spicy Aleppo pepper butter and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

1 cup thick Greek yogurt, room temperature
1 clove garlic, grated
4 large eggs
3 tbsp butter
1 tsp Aleppo pepper or paprika flakes

Instructions

1

Gather and prepare all ingredients as specified in the ingredient list.
2

Mix yogurt with grated garlic and a pinch of salt.
3

Divide yogurt between two bowls.
4

Serve turkish eggs (cilbir) with chili butter immediately while hot.
5

Plate the dish attractively and garnish as desired.
6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
1

Poach the eggs in simmering water for 3-4 minutes.
2

Melt butter in a small saucepan until foamy, then stir in Aleppo pepper.
3

Place poached eggs on the yogurt, drizzle with chili butter, and garnish with dill.

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