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Çılbır
Take the yoghurt out of the fridge 30 minutes ahead. Beat it with the crushed garlic and salt and spread it in two shallow bowls.
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How long does Çılbır take?
55 min all in — 10 min prep, 15 min cook, 30 min rest. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 2 bowls. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
Mild.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Eggs, Milk. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Nut-free.
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What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night — about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Mixing bowl, Saucepan, Spider or strainer.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1 pinch.
What can I use instead?
Pul biber → Sweet paprika with a pinch of cayenne. Closer in colour than flavour. Paprika burns even faster, so keep the pan off the heat.
What should I watch for?
Runny yolks are not fully cooked. For anyone pregnant, very young, elderly or with weak immunity, poach for 5 to 6 minutes until the yolks are firm. Add the chilli off the heat. Burnt pul biber goes black and bitter.
Any tips from this recipe?
Warm the bowls with hot water for a minute before spreading the yoghurt. If your yoghurt is thin, strain it through a cloth for an hour first. Eggs can be poached up to an hour ahead, kept in cold water, and rewarmed for 30 seconds in hot water.
Can I prepare this ahead?
Eggs can be poached up to an hour ahead, kept in cold water, and rewarmed for 30 seconds in hot water. Take the yoghurt out of the fridge 30 minutes ahead. Beat it with the crushed garlic and salt and spread it in two shallow bowls.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.