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Turkish Eggs with Creamy Yogurt & Butter Sauce

Turkish Eggs with Creamy Yogurt & Butter Sauce Bliss

Enjoy Turkish Eggs with Creamy Yogurt & Butter Sauce, a delightful breakfast that transforms humble eggs into a luxurious experience.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 portions
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Turkish
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Herbed Yogurt
  • 1 cup whole milk Greek yogurt or low-fat yogurt for a lighter version
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 0.5 tablespoon fresh lemon juice or lime juice as substitute
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill or parsley/chives as alternatives
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint
  • 1 pinch kosher salt
For the Poached Eggs
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
For the Finishing Touches
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper or red pepper flakes/paprika for milder taste
  • 1 pinch flaky sea salt
For Serving
  • 2 pieces pita or crusty bread warm it up for added comfort

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • Slotted spoon
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of whole milk Greek yogurt with 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, the juice of half a lemon, 1 minced garlic clove, 2 tablespoons of finely chopped fresh dill, and a pinch of kosher salt. Whisk everything together until smooth and creamy.
  2. Fill a medium saucepan with about 3 inches of water and stir in 1 tablespoon of distilled white vinegar. Bring to a gentle simmer. Crack 4 eggs into small bowls, then slide each into the water and poach for about 3 minutes.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat and add 1 teaspoon of Aleppo pepper. Cook until fragrant.
  4. Transfer poached eggs to a towel-lined plate. Spread a layer of herbed yogurt in shallow bowls, place poached eggs on top, and drizzle with the warm butter sauce.
  5. Garnish with fresh herbs like dill and mint, and sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Serve immediately with warm pita or crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 250mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfectly poached eggs require water just below a simmer. Prepare herbed yogurt a day ahead for better flavor meld. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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