1 1/2cupplain full-fat Greek yogurtat room temperature
2garlic clovesfinely grated
1tbspfresh lemon juice
1/2tspkosher salt
Pasta and Eggs
8ozshort pasta such as rigatoni, penne, or shells
1/2cupreserved pasta water
4large eggs
1tbspwhite vinegarfor poaching
1tbspkosher saltfor the pasta water
Chili Butter
4tbspunsalted butter
1tspAleppo pepper flakes
1tspsweet paprika
1/4tspkosher salt
Garnish
2tbspfresh dillchopped, optional
Instructions
Set the Greek yogurt out while you prep. Stir it with the grated garlic, lemon juice, and salt until smooth. Keep it off the heat; boiling the yogurt will make it split.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until just al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain. Let the pasta steam for about 60 seconds before assembling so it is hot but not bubbling.
Fill a deep saucepan with water, add the vinegar, and bring it to a gentle simmer. Crack each egg into a ramekin, slide it into the water, and poach for 3 to 4 minutes, until the whites are set and the yolks are still soft. Lift out with a slotted spoon.
Melt the butter in a small light-colored skillet over low heat. Stir in the Aleppo pepper, paprika, and salt for about 30 seconds, just until the butter turns red-orange and smells fragrant. Do not let the spices burn.
Spoon the garlic yogurt into four shallow bowls. Divide the warm pasta over the yogurt, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed. Top each bowl with a poached egg, spoon over the chili butter, and finish with dill. Serve right away.
Turkish Eggs Pasta with Garlic Yogurt and Chili Butter
Notes
Critical temperature tip: Use Greek yogurt at room temperature and let the drained pasta steam briefly before it touches the yogurt. This keeps the sauce smooth instead of curdled. If Aleppo pepper is unavailable, use 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper plus 3/4 teaspoon sweet paprika in its place; adjust to taste. For a higher-protein variation, top with an extra poached egg or add 8 ounces of crispy seasoned ground beef.Reviewed manual calculation from USDA FoodData Central reference values for the listed quantities; household measures and salt absorption introduce small variation.