Yahoo News I tried 'Turkish eggs' at chic Hull cafe after being convinced by Nigella Lawson
Sometimes the most astonishing meals have the simplest ingredients.
That's certainly the case with Turkish Eggs, which is mainly an uninspiring-sounding combination of yogurt and poached eggs. But I have always wanted to try Skakshuka, another Middle Eastern poached egg dish, so I thought I'd give it a try.
Celebrity chef Nigella Lawson is also very persuasive when it comes to the topic of Turkish eggs, describing the recipe on her website as a "revelation and a complete sensation". The idea is for a very creamy, rich but also zesty and refreshing sauce.
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The Barista Coffee & Kitchen on Newland Avenue has Turkish eggs on its breakfast menu. This coffee house has a cosy but chic vibe, courtesy of natural brick walls and minimalist decor and is a popular eating out spot for breakfast and lunch in the area.
It is clearly very proud of its food - the brunch menu is an exciting read. For instance, mushrooms are roasted in garlic and thyme, pancakes come with fresh mascarpone rather than whipped cream, and there are unique options such as "chorizo and potato hash" and even a Mexican-inspired breakfast with a tortilla and black beans.
But I couldn't afford to get side-tracked, so I ordered my Turkish eggs and a lovely pot of tea, which came very promptly. Aesthetically, the Turkish eggs looked beautiful.
I'm sure if I'd tried to cook this dish, it would have looked like a vague pile of slop. But this lovely creation had a rich golden colour, perhaps from olive oil, and I couldn't wait to dig in.
The sourdough toast alone was worth writing about. Bread can be so basic, almost functional, but the sourdough was full of earthy flavours and ever-so-slightly charred - delicious.
It soaked up the flavours of the sauce very well. Although the principal ingredient of Turkish eggs is yogurt, it is not the predominant flavour and instead lends a creaminess and rich texture to the stronger flavours of lemon and spices.
The hint of chilli was perfect for me, just enough to lift my spirit on a cold day, but not so much as to overwhelm the other ingredients. It was utterly gorgeous, as Nigella says, "a revelation".
