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Two soft poached eggs sit on a bed of thick white yogurt, topped with golden melted butter flecked with green Aegean herbs and served in a shallow plate.
●Low GI

Aegean herb çılbır Calories

Yogurt, poached eggs, Aegean herbs

In season: Spring · Summer

CALORIES · 100 G

110kcal

GI

35low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

140mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.7g

Quick answer

1 serving (medium) of Aegean herb çılbır (180 g) has 198 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.1 g of carbs, 12.2 g of protein, 11.9 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 21.6 µg of Biotin covers 72% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Aegean herb çılbır Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g

198

KCAL / 180G

Carbs

10.1g

· 4% DV

Protein

12.2g

· 24% DV

Fat

11.9g

· 15% DV

Fiber

1.3g

· 5% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 21% · Protein 25% · Fat 54%

Aegean herb çılbır nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (180 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories198 kcal
Total fat11.9 g15%
Saturated fat4.5 g23%
Trans fat0.04 g
Sodium216 mg9%
Total carbohydrate10.1 g4%
Fiber1.3 g5%
Protein12.2 g24%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Aegean herb çılbır?

ServingAmountCalories
1 serving (medium)180 g198 kcal
1 piece (half)90 g99 kcal
100 g100 g110 kcal
1 serving (small)120 g132 kcal
2 piece (whole)180 g198 kcal
1 cup (whole)200 g220 kcal
1 serving (large)250 g275 kcal
1 serving (extra large)300 g330 kcal

Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Aegean herb çılbır

What is Aegean herb çılbır?

Aegean herb çılbır is a Turkish dish of poached eggs served over yogurt with fresh herbs associated with the Aegean region. It is often finished with melted butter and pepper, though home recipes vary.

How do you make Aegean herb çılbır?

Make Aegean herb çılbır by stirring chopped fresh herbs into yogurt, then topping it with gently poached eggs. Add melted butter with pepper if desired, and serve promptly so the eggs are warm and the yogurt stays cool.

How is Aegean herb çılbır different from regular çılbır?

Aegean herb çılbır adds fresh regional herbs to the yogurt or as a topping, while regular çılbır is commonly made with plain yogurt, poached eggs, and a spiced butter sauce. There is no single fixed herb blend.

Which herbs go into Aegean herb çılbır?

Aegean herb çılbır has no mandatory herb list. Parsley, dill, mint, purslane, or fennel fronds can work, depending on what is fresh and available; chop them finely so they mix evenly into the yogurt.

Can you make Aegean herb çılbır without garlic?

Yes, Aegean herb çılbır can be made without garlic. Garlic is a common addition to the yogurt, not an essential part of the dish; leaving it out lets the fresh herbs and poached eggs stand out more.

What should you serve with Aegean herb çılbır?

Serve Aegean herb çılbır with crusty bread or flatbread, which is useful for scooping up the yogurt and runny yolk. A simple tomato or cucumber salad also makes a fresh accompaniment without competing with the herbs.

How do you keep the eggs together when poaching them for Aegean herb çılbır?

Use fresh eggs and lower each one gently from a small cup into barely simmering water. Avoid a rolling boil, which can break up the whites; lift the eggs out carefully with a slotted spoon before placing them on the yogurt.

Can Aegean herb çılbır be prepared ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the herb yogurt and wash and chop the herbs ahead, but poach the eggs just before serving. Assembled Aegean herb çılbır loses its appealing contrast as the eggs cool and the yogurt becomes warm.

How should you store leftover Aegean herb çılbır?

Store leftover Aegean herb çılbır covered in the refrigerator, but expect the poached eggs to lose their texture. For a better result, keep the yogurt mixture and eggs separate when possible, and eat the leftovers promptly.

Is Aegean herb çılbır a healthy meal?

Aegean herb çılbır can be a nourishing meal because it combines eggs, yogurt, and fresh herbs. To make a lighter version, use less butter in the topping and add plenty of herbs to the yogurt.

Aegean herb çılbır Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Biotin

21.6µg · 72% DV

B12

0.9µg · 38% DV

B2

0.4mg · 31% DV

Vitamin K

32.4µg · 27% DV

Minerals

Selenium

18µg · 33% DV

Phosphorus

171mg · 24% DV

Calcium

198mg · 20% DV

Iodine

29µg · 19% DV

Sodium

216mg · 9% DV

Potassium ⭐

252mg · 7% DV

Aegean herb çılbır Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

35
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

3.6
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Aegean herb çılbır

To burn the 198 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):

🚶

49min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

20min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

27min

Cycling

🏊

23min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Aegean herb çılbır?

Aegean herb çılbır is a Turkish take on çılbır: poached eggs served over yogurt, with Aegean herbs adding a fresh, regional touch. It is often finished with melted butter seasoned with chilli or paprika. The warm eggs and cool, tangy yogurt make a simple dish with contrasting textures.

In Turkey, it is commonly enjoyed for breakfast, though it also works as a light lunch or brunch. Bread is useful for scooping up the yogurt and soft yolk, and a few fresh vegetables make an easy accompaniment. Eggs and yogurt contribute protein, while the dish remains relatively modest in carbohydrates. For a lighter version, use less butter in the topping.

How Nutritious Is Aegean herb çılbır?

Nutrient density

High

65/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

43/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Aegean herb çılbır Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Aegean herb çılbır Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy yes
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Aegean herb çılbır Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Aegean herb çılbır Fat Profile

SATURATED

4.5g

MONOUNSATURATED

3.78g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.9g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.