Description
Mouthwatering Mediterranean jammy eggs dance with zesty chili butter and creamy garlic yogurt, creating a sensational breakfast experience. Spicy, silky, and rich flavors combine perfectly, inviting you to savor each luxurious bite of this irresistible morning delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat)
- 1 clove garlic, finely grated or minced
Fats and Seasonings
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) lemon juice
- Black pepper (to taste)
Garnish and Serving
- Fresh dill or parsley
- Toasted sourdough, pita, or naan
- Water & ice (for an ice bath)
Instructions
- Prepare eggs by submerging them gently into rapidly bubbling water, maintaining a consistent medium-high temperature for precisely 6-7 minutes to achieve a luxuriously creamy, soft yolk consistency.
- Immediately transfer eggs from boiling water into an ice bath, allowing them to rest and cool for 5 minutes, which halts the cooking process and ensures perfect texture.
- Carefully peel eggs, removing shells with delicate precision to preserve the delicate membrane underneath.
- Create a silky garlic yogurt by whisking Greek yogurt with freshly grated garlic, incorporating a subtle tang from lemon juice and seasoning with salt to enhance the overall flavor profile.
- Craft a vibrant chili butter by melting butter over gentle heat, infusing it with robust red pepper flakes, smoky paprika, and earthy cumin to develop a complex, aromatic sauce.
- Allow chili butter to simmer briefly, creating a slightly foamy texture that concentrates the spice blend’s intricate flavors.
- Arrange a generous swirl of garlic yogurt across a serving plate as a creamy foundation.
- Slice jammy eggs in half, revealing their luscious, golden-orange centers, and nestle them artfully on the yogurt base.
- Generously drizzle the warm, spice-infused chili butter over the eggs, ensuring complete coverage.
- Garnish with freshly chopped dill or parsley and a sprinkle of cracked black pepper for a final burst of herbaceous brightness.
- Accompany the dish with warm, crusty toasted bread to soak up the rich, flavorful elements and provide a perfect textural contrast.
Notes
- Select eggs at room temperature to ensure even cooking and prevent cracking during boiling.
- Use a timer precisely for achieving the perfect jammy egg consistency, avoiding overcooking.
- Consider using a spoon with holes when transferring eggs to prevent splashing and potential burns.
- Gently tap and roll peeled eggs on a soft surface to remove shell fragments easily.
- Add a splash of vinegar to boiling water to help egg whites coagulate faster and make peeling smoother.
- Opt for full-fat Greek yogurt for a richer, creamier garlic sauce that clings better to eggs.
- Toast whole spices before grinding to enhance chili butter’s depth and complexity of flavor.
- Adjust chili butter’s heat level by selecting mild or spicy red pepper flakes based on personal preference.
- Transform this dish into a vegetarian protein option by substituting eggs with roasted tofu or halloumi cheese.
- Experiment with herb variations like chives, tarragon, or cilantro instead of dill for different flavor profiles.
- Store leftover chili butter in an airtight container for up to one week, perfect for drizzling on other dishes.
- Serve as a quick breakfast, elegant brunch item, or light dinner with a fresh side salad.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 370mg