Çılbır (Turkish Eggs)

5m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Prepare the yogurt base: In a bowl, mix yogurt with minced garlic, lemon zest, and salt.
  2. 2Poach the eggs in simmering water until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
  3. 3Prepare the sauce: In a pan, toast butter, then add olive oil, pimentón, and chili flakes. Cook until fragrant and slightly caramelized.
  4. 4Spread yogurt base on a plate, top with poached eggs, and drizzle with the sauce. Garnish with fresh dill.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup yogurt
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp pimentón
  • 1 pinch flakes of chili
  • 2 sprigs dill

Equipment

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