Turkish Poached Eggs with Yogurt (Çılbır)
Çılbır is a classic Turkish breakfast dish featuring poached eggs served on yogurt with spiced butter sauce. This quick and elegant dish is perfect for special breakfast occasions and can be a fun way to introduce children to different egg preparations. The vinegar in the poaching water helps the eggs keep their shape, while the creamy yogurt and warm spiced butter create a delightful contrast of temperatures and textures. The dish is both nutritious and satisfying, providing protein from both eggs and yogurt. For children, you can adjust the spiciness level of the butter sauce or serve it plain.
Nutrition Information
High Protein
Probiotic
185kcal
Calories
12g
Protein
3g
Carbohydrates
14g
Fat
95mg
Calcium
2.2
vitamin d
1.1
vitamin b12
1.8mg
Iron
high
probiotics
Ingredients
- 2-3 eggs
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- Plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Optional: crusty bread for serving
Instructions
- Prepare poaching water:
- Fill a small pot with water
- Add salt and vinegar
- Bring to a boil
- Create a whirlpool in the water using a spoon
- Poach the eggs:
- Break eggs one at a time into the whirlpool
- Cook for about 5 minutes
- Remove with a slotted spoon
- Prepare the sauce:
- Whisk yogurt until smooth
- Melt butter in a pan
- Add red pepper flakes to butter
- Assemble the dish:
- Place poached eggs on serving plate
- Top with whisked yogurt
- Drizzle with spiced butter sauce
- Tips:
- Ensure water is fully boiling before adding eggs
- Add eggs one at a time, waiting for whites to set
- Vinegar helps eggs maintain their shape
- Serve with crusty bread if desired
Serving Tips
- Serve immediately while eggs are warm
- Best enjoyed with crusty bread for dipping
- For children, reduce or omit red pepper flakes
- Can add fresh herbs for garnish
- Make sure yogurt is at room temperature
- Eggs should be very fresh for best results
- Can be served as breakfast or light dinner
- Traditional Turkish breakfast item