Cilbir: The Turkish Breakfast That Will Rock Your World

 Need a lunch that's ready in minutes but tastes like a million bucks? Look no further than this Turkish egg dish! It's a symphony of creamy yogurt, runny yolks, spicy chili oil, and fresh herbs. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up this flavor-packed meal that will have you saying, "Turkish lunch, please!" every day of the week.

 

Cilbir - Recipe for the Turkish yogurt and fried egg dish


What We Love About This Dish:

  • Speed Demon: Ready in minutes, perfect for busy weekdays.
  • Flavor Bomb: Simple ingredients, extraordinary taste.
  • Healthy and Satisfying: Protein-packed and full of good fats to keep you going.


Ingredients (serves 1):

150g Greek yogurt
2 eggs
1 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp chili flakes (or more, to taste)
Fresh dill
Fresh parsley


Instructions:

  1. Fry the Eggs: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Crack the eggs into the skillet and cook until the whites are set and the yolks are still runny.
  2. Prep the Yogurt: While the eggs are cooking, place the Greek yogurt in a serving bowl.
  3. Make the Chili Butter: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the olive oil and chili flakes.
  4. Assemble and Serve: Place the fried eggs on top of the yogurt. Pour the melted chili butter over the eggs. Garnish generously with fresh dill and parsley.

What You Can Grow at Home:


Dill and parsley growing on a window sill
  • Dill and Parsley: These fresh herbs add brightness and flavor to countless dishes and are easy to grow in pots or a garden bed.


This Turkish egg dish is one of my go-to lunches when I need something quick, delicious, and satisfying. It's a flavor combination that will have you hooked from the first bite. Give it a try, and let me know what you think!

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