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Turkish Eggs

Turkish eggs are a delightful dish consisting of poached eggs served over a bed of spiced yogurt, topped with a drizzle of flavored oil. Perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Turkish
Keyword: turkish eggs, poached eggs, breakfast, brunch
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 300kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh herbs dill, parsley
  • Crushed red pepper flakes optional

Instructions

  • Boil a pot of water for poaching the eggs.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the yogurt with salt until creamy.
  • Once the water is simmering, crack the eggs into individual cups.
  • Gently slide the eggs into the water, cooking for 3-4 minutes.
  • In a small pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add paprika to the oil and stir for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Remove the eggs from the water and place them on a paper towel to drain.
  • Spread the yogurt mixture on a plate as a base.
  • Carefully place the poached eggs on top of the yogurt.
  • Drizzle the spiced oil over the eggs and garnish with herbs and pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g