Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Turkish Eggs with Creamy Yogurt & Butter Sauce. This delightful dish features perfectly poached eggs resting on a smooth layer of tangy Greek yogurt, topped with a rich, aromatic butter sauce infused with smoked paprika. Perfect for brunch or a cozy dinner, each bite offers a delicious blend of textures and flavors that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Turkey.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large fresh eggs
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt (to taste)
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (dill or parsley), chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Yogurt Base: In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, salt, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Poach the Eggs: Fill a saucepan with water and bring to a gentle simmer. Crack eggs into small bowls, then slide them into the simmering water. Poach for about 3-4 minutes until whites are set but yolks are runny.
- Make the Butter Sauce: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in smoked paprika and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Assemble the Dish: Spread the yogurt mixture on serving plates. Using a slotted spoon, place each poached egg on top of the yogurt.
- Drizzle with Sauce: Generously pour warm butter sauce over the eggs and garnish with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 348
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 370mg