Turkish
Eggs (Safeera Kaka)
1 cup plain Greek yoghurt, at room temperature
1–2 garlic cloves, finely minced
2 eggs
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1–2 tablespoons vinegar, optional
2 teaspoons Aleppo pepper or red pepper flakes
Salt, to taste
Rustic bread, for serving
Prepare the yoghurt:
In a bowl, combine the room-temperature yoghurt, garlic and
a good pinch of salt. Whisk until smooth. Divide between two
serving bowls.
Poach the eggs:
Bring a saucepan of water to a gentle boil and add the vinegar.
Crack one egg into a fine-mesh sieve over a bowl. Gently swirl
it around to drain the thinner part of the egg white. Transfer
the egg to a small ramekin.
Stir the boiling water with a wooden spoon to create a gentle
whirlpool. Carefully slide the egg into the centre and poach
for 2–3 minutes.
Remove the egg with a slotted spoon and place it briefly on
a plate lined with kitchen paper. Repeat with the second egg.
Make the spiced oil:
While the second egg is cooking, heat the olive oil and Aleppo
pepper in a small pan over medium heat for a few seconds, until
fragrant.
Assemble:
Place a poached egg on top of each bowl of yoghurt. Drizzle
generously with the warm spiced olive oil.
Serve immediately with rustic bread for dipping.
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