Çılbır (Turkish Eggs)

Çılbır (pronounced chil-burr) is a classic Turkish breakfast dish that brings together silky poached eggs on garlicky yogurt, all drizzled with warm, spiced butter or olive oil infused with Aleppo or red pepper flakes. Given its rich flavours yet simple ingredients, it’s a sophisticated yet nourishing meal — perfect for brunch or a cozy breakfast.

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Çılbır (Turkish Eggs)

Courses: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 mins Total Time 10 mins

Estimated Cost: Rs 60 Calories: 320

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• Ingredients
• Yogurt base
• 1 cup (240 ml)
• 1 garlic clove, finely minced or grated
• 1 lemon 1 tsp zest + 2 tsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
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• Salt & black pepper to taste
• 1 fresh 1–2 Tbsp dill or mint, finely chopped
• Eggs
• 4 large eggs
• 1 Tbsp white vinegar (for poaching)
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• Spiced butter/oil
• 2 unsalted Tbsp butter or olive oil (or mix)
• 2 Aleppo tsp pepper or red pepper flakes
• ½ tsp smoked paprika (or cumin)

Instructions

1. Prepare the yogurt
2. Mix yogurt, garlic, lemon zest/juice, dill/mint, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust. Spread evenly on two plates.
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15. Poach the eggs
16. Bring water to a gentle simmer, add vinegar. Create a slow vortex with a spoon.
17. Crack eggs into small bowls, then gently slide into water—cook 2½–3 min for runny yolks. Remove with a slotted spoon and lightly drain.
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24. Heat the spiced butter
25. In a small pan, melt butter (or heat oil) over medium-low. Add Aleppo pepper and paprika; cook ~1 min until fragrant. Remove from heat.
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32. Assemble the dish
33. Place 2 eggs on each yogurt bed. Spoon hot spiced butter over eggs. Garnish with fresh herbs and optional cracked pepper.

Nutrition Facts

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

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