Eggs Cilbir Dish (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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2 eggs
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2 ounces (55g) butter
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1 cup Greek or Turkish yogurt
→ Herbs & Seasonings
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A handful of fresh mint leaves
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A handful of fresh dill
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Salt and pepper as needed
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½ garlic clove
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½ teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon crushed chili flakes
→ Poaching
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1 tablespoon of vinegar
# Instructions:
01 -
Combine the yogurt with grated garlic, mint, and dill. Add some salt and pepper to balance the taste.
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Heat water and add vinegar. Stir to swirl water, then drop cracked egg into the middle. Let it sit for 3 minutes so the inside stays soft.
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Melt butter slowly, then blend in smoked paprika and chili flakes. Stir well as it heats.
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Lay down the yogurt on your dish, place eggs carefully on top, then drizzle over the butter mixture. Use herbs and a bit of pepper to dress it up.
# Notes:
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The fresher the eggs, the easier they are to poach.
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You can use sweet paprika if you'd rather skip the heat.
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Start light on garlic, then add more if you like.