Description
Experience a culinary journey with Flavorful Turkish Eggs, a delightful breakfast dish that combines perfectly poached eggs with tangy yogurt and a fragrant butter sauce. This recipe is an explosion of rich flavors and textures that will awaken your senses. Ideal for special occasions or lazy weekend brunches, each bite promises to transport you to the vibrant streets of Turkey.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large fresh eggs
- 1 cup thick Greek yogurt
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- Pinch of salt
- Fresh dill or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Yogurt Base: In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt with a pinch of salt until smooth. Spread evenly on serving plates.
- Poach the Eggs: Bring water to a gentle simmer in a pot. Crack each egg into a small bowl before sliding them gently into the water. Poach for 3-4 minutes until whites are set but yolks remain runny.
- Make the Butter Sauce: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt unsalted butter until bubbly. Stir in red pepper flakes and smoked paprika, cooking for one minute.
- Assemble Your Dish: Using a slotted spoon, place each poached egg on the yogurt base. Drizzle generously with the spiced butter sauce.
- Garnish: Sprinkle with freshly chopped dill or parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 370mg