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Cilbir - Turkish Poached Eggs

Cilbir - Turkish Poached Eggs is a delicious Turkish breakfast egg dish dating back to the Ottomans in the 15th century.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 164 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Turkish

Ingredients

  • 300 g Greek yoghurt or natural yoghurt
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 eggs
  • 15 g butter or olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon flaked chilli (pul biber)
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ tablespoon cider vinegar or white wine vinegar
  • 1 l water
  • fresh mint or dill to garnish (chopped)

Instructions

Preparing the Yoghurt Base
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  1. Bring the yogurt to room temperature and add the garlic, sea salt, and chopped mint or dill (optional).
  2. Transfer the yogurt sauce to a serving bowl and set it aside.
Poaching the Eggs
  1. Fill a saucepan with water, add the vinegar and bring it to a boil.
  2. Crack the eggs into two separate small dishes to ensure their freshness. Let the water gently boil before adding the eggs.
  3. Once the water is boiling, use a wooden spoon to stir the water to create a vortex. This helps to keep the eggs in a nice round shape while poaching.
  4. Leave the first egg in the middle of the vortex and then add the second egg straight afterward.
  5. Swirl your boiling water again gently without touching the eggs and let them poach for 2 to 3 minutes, depending on how soft you want your yolk to be.
Prepare the Chilli Butter and Build the Cilbir
  1. You can prepare the chili butter while the eggs are poaching. Melt the butter in a small pan, and add the chili when the butter starts to bubble. Stir and the sauce will be ready to serve.
  2. When the eggs are done to your liking, remove them using a slotted spoon and place them on the yogurt.
  3. Drizzle on a generous amount of chili-infused butter and serve with your favorite crusty bread on the side.

Notes

  • Allow the yogurt to come to room temperature before stirring in the garlic and other ingredients. Do not refrigerate the yogurt mixture while you are cooking the eggs. Serve it at room temperature to avoid the chili butter setting on cold yogurt!
  • One of the most important secrets to perfectly poached eggs is to use fresh eggs cold out of the fridge.
  • Make sure you serve Cilbir immediately, it is best enjoyed when served warm with a slice of crusty bread.

Nutrition Information

Calories 164kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 184mg (61%) Sodium 464mg (19%) Potassium 322mg (9%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 547IU (11%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 235mg (24%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 164

% Daily Value*

Calories 164kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 184mg 61%
Sodium 464mg 19%
Potassium 322mg 7%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 547IU 11%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 235mg 24%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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