Çılbır Eggs
Çılbır Eggs is a traditional Turkish dish featuring poached eggs served over a bed of yogurt and drizzled with a flavorful garlic and paprika-infused oil. This comforting meal is perfect for a cozy dinner, combining rich flavors and creamy textures.

20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Turkish
320 kcal
Ingredients
- Eggs - 4 large
- Plain yogurt - 200 grams
- Garlic - 1 clove, minced
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
- Fresh dill - 1 tablespoon, chopped (for garnish)
Steps
- In a saucepan, bring water to a gentle simmer and add a pinch of salt.
- Crack each egg into a small bowl, then gently slide them into the simmering water, poaching for about 3-4 minutes until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
- While the eggs are poaching, in a small bowl, mix the yogurt with minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- In a small pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add paprika, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Once the eggs are poached, carefully remove them with a slotted spoon and drain excess water.
- To serve, spread the garlic yogurt on a plate, place the poached eggs on top, and drizzle the paprika oil over the eggs.
- Garnish with chopped fresh dill and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 22 g
- Carbs: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Cholesterol: 370 mg
- Total Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle health and satiety.
- Contains probiotics from yogurt, promoting gut health.
Tags
TurkishKosherDinner