Garlic Chilli Butter Fried Eggs is a flavorful and spiced-up breakfast inspired by the Turkish dish cilbir. The eggs are cooked in a rich, spiced butter with crispy garlic slices and served over garlicky yogurt. Enjoy with crusty bread for a delightful one-pan breakfast experience.
Garlic Chilli Butter Fried Eggs
Ingredients
For the Eggs:
For the Yogurt Base:
For Garnish:
Instructions
Prepare the Yogurt Base:
-
In a small bowl, mix the plain yogurt with minced garlic and a pinch of salt. Stir well and set aside.
Cook the Eggs:
-
In a small non-stick pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
-
Add the thinly sliced garlic and cook until it turns golden brown and crispy. Be careful not to burn it.
-
Sprinkle the red chili flakes into the butter and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
-
Carefully crack the eggs into the pan, keeping the yolks intact.
-
Sprinkle a pinch of salt and black pepper on top.
-
Cook the eggs until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny, or to your desired doneness.
Assemble the Dish:
-
Spread the garlicky yogurt on a plate.
-
Gently place the fried eggs on top of the yogurt.
-
Drizzle the remaining garlic chili butter from the pan over the eggs.
-
Garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves.
Serve:
-
Serve immediately with crusty bread or toasted bread slices on the side.
Note
- Spice Level: Adjust the amount of red chili flakes according to your spice preference.
- Yogurt: Use thick, creamy yogurt for a better texture and flavor.
- Variations: You can add a pinch of cumin powder or paprika to the garlic chili butter for extra flavor.
butter garlic eggs, garlic fried rice, garlic, butter garlic egg