Spicy Turkish Fried Eggs: Try This 5-Step Easy Recipe

By Jheelum Basu

May 3, 2026

This easy 5-minute spicy Turkish fried eggs can turn your boring breakfast into a fun-filled savory one. Made with eggs, yogurt, butter, and spices, these Turkish fried eggs are both fiery and tangy at the same time.

Ingredients

½ cup yoghurt 3 eggs 1 clove minced garlic 2 tbsp butter 1 tsp red pepper flakes 1 tsp paprika Some fresh mint A pinch of salt

Step 1

In a bowl, whisk yoghurt with minced garlic and a pinch of salt and keep it aside.

Step 2

In a small skillet, melt butter and add the spices and cook for a minute until foamy.

Step 3

Next, crack 3 eggs into the butter and fry them sunny-side up slightly.

Step 4

Pour the yoghurt and garlic mixture onto a plate. Place the fried eggs on it and pour the remaining butter.

Step 5

Garnish the eggs with some fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.