CILBIR-INSPIRED BOILED EGGS

Recipe by: Saumya Goyal (@a_culinary_affair)

Kickstart your day with a vibrant, protein-packed Cilbir-inspired boiled eggs —healthy, quick, and full of flavour.

Healthy eating doesn’t have to be boring, and this Cilbir-inspired boiled eggs recipe is proof. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s protein-packed, light and energizing while still being wholesome and satisfying. Perfect for busy mornings or whenever you want something quick, healthy, and delicious.

Ingredients (1–2 servings)

• 2–3 eggs (boiled or poached)

• ⁠½ cup Greek yogurt

• ⁠2 garlic cloves (minced)

• ⁠Salt & black pepper to taste

• ⁠Fresh coriander (chopped)

• ⁠2 tbsp butter

• ⁠1 tsp chilli flakes

• ⁠½ tsp paprika (Kashmiri lal mirch works well or Aleppo pepper if you have it)

• ⁠A few strands of pickled onion

• ⁠Crusty sourdough bread (for serving)

Method

1. Boil your eggs with half a teaspoon salt in the water (or poach them if you prefer).

2. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt with minced garlic, salt, pepper, and coriander. Keep aside.

3. In a pan, melt butter and stir in chilli flakes and paprika for a smoky chilli butter.

4. Toast your sourdough until golden and crunchy.

5. To assemble: spread a bed of yogurt on a plate, place halved eggs on top, drizzle with chilli butter, add pickled onion strands, and finish with coriander.

Saumya Goyal