Cilbir Recipe
Cilbir Recipe is a medium Egyptian recipe that serves 2. 250 calories per serving. Recipe by Allspice Institute on YouTube.
Prep: 10 min | Cook: 7 min | Total: 25 min
Cost: $2.31 total, $1.16 per serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek Yogurt (plain, full‑fat, chilled)
- 0.25 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground, to taste)
- 0.5 tsp Salt (to taste)
- 0.25 tsp Ground Cumin (mild earthy flavor)
- 0.25 tsp Garlic Powder (or 1 small fresh garlic clove, minced)
- 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley (flat‑leaf, chopped finely)
- 2 large Eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter (softened, cut into cubes)
- 0.5 tsp Paprika (sweet variety)
- 0.25 tsp Aleppo Pepper (for gentle heat)
- 1 tsp Olive Oil (extra‑virgin)
Instructions
Prepare Yogurt Base
In a mixing bowl combine the Greek yogurt, black pepper, salt, ground cumin, garlic powder, and chopped parsley. Stir until smooth and evenly seasoned.
Time: PT3M
Make Compound Butter
In a separate small bowl, mash the softened unsalted butter with paprika, Aleppo pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil until fully incorporated.
Time: PT2M
Pre‑heat Skillet
Place the small skillet over low heat and add the compound butter, allowing it to melt gently without browning.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: Low
Cook Eggs Low and Slow
Crack the eggs directly into the skillet, cover with a lid, and let them cook for about 5 minutes until the whites are set but the yolks remain runny.
Time: PT5M
Temperature: Low
Assemble the Dish
Spread the prepared yogurt base onto a serving plate, carefully slide the cooked eggs onto the yogurt, and finish with a final sprinkle of freshly ground pepper and a pinch of salt.
Time: PT2M
Serve Immediately
Serve the Chilbir X while warm, accompanied by crusty bread or flatbread if desired.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 12 g
- Carbohydrates
- 5 g
- Fat
- 20 g
- Fiber
- 1 g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Gluten‑Free
Allergens: Eggs, Dairy
Last updated: April 17, 2026








