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Turkish Eggs with Chile Butter and Whipped Feta You’ll Crave


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  • Author: Emmy Lopez
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 2

Description

Turkish Eggs with Chile Butter and Whipped Feta is a vibrant and flavorful brunch dish that will elevate your breakfast game. Creamy whipped feta provides a rich base for perfectly poached eggs, while a spicy chile butter drizzle adds an irresistible kick. This recipe is not only quick and easy to make but also visually stunning, making it perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy meal at home.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tsp chili flakes
  • Fresh herbs (parsley or dill) for garnish

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients and prepare them on the counter.
  2. In a bowl, mix crumbled feta with olive oil until creamy. Set aside.
  3. Bring water to a simmer in a saucepan. Crack each egg into ramekins and gently slide into the water, poaching for about 3 minutes until whites are set.
  4. In a skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium heat, add chili flakes, and cook until fragrant (about 2 minutes). Remove from heat.
  5. On plates, spoon whipped feta as the base, top with poached eggs, and drizzle with chili butter.
  6. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with crusty bread.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Brunch
  • Method: Poaching
  • Cuisine: Turkish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (250g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 370mg