Turkish eggs with crispy nduja, a tasty meal with creamy yogurt, perfectly boiled eggs, and spicy, crispy nduja sausage. This recipe blends traditional Turkish flavours with a modern twist, creating a dish that’s not only visually stunning but also incredibly tasty. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or simply treating yourself to a gourmet morning meal, this recipe will make your taste buds sing.
Turkish Eggs, or “Çılbır” as they’re traditionally known, have been a beloved dish in Turkey for centuries. They typically feature poached eggs served over garlic-infused yogurt, drizzled with melted butter and sprinkled with chilli flakes. The combination of creamy, tangy yogurt with the soft, runny yolk of poached eggs is a match made in heaven. However, I decided to take this classic dish to the next level by adding crispy nduja, an Italian spreadable sausage made with pork and spicy Calabrian peppers. The result? A dish that’s rich, spicy, and utterly irresistible.
The idea for this recipe came to me on a lazy Sunday morning while I was flipping through my cookbooks. I stumbled upon the traditional recipe for Turkish Eggs and instantly knew I wanted to put my own spin on it. I had some nduja in the fridge from my recent shopping at Chiswick Cheese market, and I thought, “Why not combine these two amazing flavours?”
And you know what? These flavours are meant to be combined! Try this amazing Turkish eggs with crispy nduja recipe, and you will think the same.
Turkish Eggs with Crispy Nduja: Why You Should Try This Recipe?
I believe this recipe is a must-try for several reasons.
- First, it’s incredibly easy to make, yet looks and tastes like something you’d find at a high-end brunch spot.
- Second, it’s versatile – you can enjoy it for breakfast, brunch, or even as a light dinner.
- Also, in this recipe, I used simply boiled eggs rather than poached ones to make this recipe even simpler.
- Lastly, the combination of flavours and textures is simply unbeatable. The cool, creamy yogurt, warm, runny eggs, and crispy, spicy nduja create a symphony of flavours that will leave you craving more.
Turkish Eggs with Crispy Nduja: Recipe Substitutions
Because this recipe requires just a handful of ingredients, there is no endless list of substitutions, however, here are a couple of options that you could use:
- If you can’t find nduja, don’t worry – there are plenty of substitutions that work just as well. Spicy chorizo or even a high-quality pepperoni can be used in place of nduja. Simply chop the sausage finely and cook it until crispy. For a vegetarian option, try using a spicy harissa or a smoky chipotle paste to add that desired heat and depth of flavour.
- If Greek yogurt is too thick for your liking, you can thin it out with a bit of water or milk until you reach your desired consistency. For an extra layer of flavour, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice to the yogurt mixture.
- If you are not a fan of dill or you don’t have these herbs, you can easily substitute them. Try chives, parsley or even coriander to give different tasty notes to your dish.
Turkish Eggs with Crispy Nduja: Tips and Tricks
You don’t need any experience to make this dish, however, to make your cooking time less stressful, here are a couple of tips that will help you to achieve perfection.
- In my recipe I boiled eggs however, if you desire to poach them the key is to keep the water at a gentle simmer, not a rolling boil. This helps the eggs cook evenly and prevents them from falling apart. If you’re new to poaching eggs, try using the swirling water technique – create a gentle whirlpool in the water before adding the eggs to help them hold their shape.
- Nduja can be quite spicy. If you’re sensitive to heat, you can reduce the amount of nduja or change this ingredient to simple pork or even chicken sausage. Also, you can keep it traditionally and use just brown butter.
- You can prepare the yogurt base and the crispy nduja ahead of time. Store them separately in the fridge and reheat the nduja before assembling the dish.
If you are looking for more breakfast recipes, check out these:
Breakfast Beans with Poached Eggs
French Toast with Caramelised Bananas
Fluffy Breakfast Curd Pie
Mini Banana Pancakes
Spanish Omelette with Poached Egg
Recipe
Ingredients
Turkish Eggs:
2 eggs
200g Greek yogurt
1 garlic clove
50g butter
50g Nduja sausage
Fresh dill
Salt and pepper
Method
Make the dish:
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt with minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Fill a saucepan with water and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Boil the eggs for about 6 minutes to achieve the perfect runny texture.
- In a small pan, heat the butter over medium heat. Add the nduja and cook, stirring frequently, until it’s crispy and fragrant (around 5 minutes).
- Spread the yogurt mixture onto a serving plate. Place the boiled eggs on top of the yogurt. Drizzle the melted butter and crispy nduja over the eggs.
- Garnish with fresh dill.
