Description
Turkish Eggs with Greek Yogurt is a delightful dish that elevates your breakfast experience with its creamy yogurt base and spiced butter sauce. Perfectly poached eggs sit atop a luscious layer of tangy yogurt, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Garnished with fresh herbs and a drizzle of smoky butter, this dish transforms any morning into a gourmet brunch affair.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a gentle simmer. Crack the eggs into small bowls and gently lower them into the water. Poach for 3-4 minutes until whites are set but yolks remain runny.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt with salt and pepper until smooth.
- In a small pan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in smoked paprika and sauté until fragrant.
- On individual plates or one large serving platter, spoon the yogurt mixture and place poached eggs on top.
- Drizzle spicy butter over the eggs and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 370mg