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Turkish Eggs: Creamy Delight to Transform Your Breakfast

Discover Turkish Eggs, a delightful blend of creamy yogurt and spiced oil, perfect for transforming breakfast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Turkish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Yogurt Base
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt A thick, creamy base.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
For the Spiced Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Foundation for the spiced oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Mild smokiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Touch of heat.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
For Toppings
  • 2 large Poached eggs Star of the dish.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh herbs (like dill or parsley) Chopped.
  • 2 slices Crusty bread Perfect for dipping.

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • small saucepan
  • deep pot
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Boil water in a deep pot and add vinegar. Poach the eggs for 2-3 minutes until whites are set.
  3. Melt butter in a saucepan, stir in chili flakes and smoked paprika, simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Spread the yogurt mixture on a plate, place poached eggs on top, and drizzle with spiced butter.
  5. Garnish with herbs and serve immediately with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 225mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For an optimal taste, use the freshest eggs and adjust spice levels as preferred.

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