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Turkish Eggs with Creamy Yogurt & Butter Sauce

Turkish Eggs with Creamy Yogurt & Butter Sauce Bliss

Turkish Eggs with Creamy Yogurt & Butter Sauce is a luxurious savory breakfast, combining poached eggs, herbed yogurt, and spiced butter sauce for an indulgent experience.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Turkish
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Herbed Yogurt
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Can substitute with labneh
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Mild olive oil can also work
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice Lime juice is a good alternative
  • 1 clove Garlic Use roasted garlic for a mellower taste
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill Parsley or cilantro can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Mint Basil makes a great substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Table salt can be used
For the Poached Eggs
  • 4 large Large Eggs Organic or free-range eggs recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Distilled White Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be substituted
For Serving
  • 2 pieces Pita or Crusty Bread Consider gluten-free options
  • to taste Flaky Sea Salt Any coarse salt works
For the Spiced Butter Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Ghee can lend a unique flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Aleppo Pepper Can replace with red pepper flakes or paprika

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • large saucepan
  • Small saucepan
  • ramekin
  • Shallow Bowls

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, grated garlic, chopped dill, and a pinch of kosher salt until silky smooth.
  2. In a large saucepan, fill it with water and add a splash of distilled white vinegar, bringing it to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  3. Crack each large egg into a ramekin, then gently slide them into the simmering water one at a time. Cook the eggs for about 3 minutes until the whites are set while the yolks remain runny.
  4. In a small saucepan, melt unsalted butter over low heat, allowing it to froth slightly. Once melted, sprinkle in the Aleppo pepper and stir for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Spread a generous layer of the herbed yogurt in each shallow bowl. Carefully place a poached egg on top of the yogurt.
  6. Drizzle the warm spiced butter sauce generously over the eggs and finish with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt and some extra fresh herbs. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 16gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 370mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best flavor and presentation, serve with crusty bread for scooping up the dish.

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