התמונה להמחשה בלבדTavë Kosi Baked Lamb and Yogurt
Cooking With KidsA spectacular Albanian classic featuring butter-tender lamb chunks slow-baked with rice beneath a rich, velvety canopy of Greek yogurt and eggs. This dish offers a melting texture and a profound, comforting depth of flavor, creating a culinary experience that is simultaneously rustic and refined, perfect as a centerpiece for festive gatherings.
- Prep
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
Instructions
- 1Baking the Lamb
- 2In a large pan (with a lid) melt the butter and olive oil together then add the diced lamb. Brown the lamb on a medium heat, this will take around 5 minutes.
- 3Add the garlic, oregano, 300ml of water and season with salt and pepper. Mix well before covering with the lid. Leave to simmer for 50 minutes mixing a couple of times ensuring the lamb doesn’t start to burn.
Nutrition
- Calories
- 1800
- Protein
- 55.2g
- Carbs
- 20.3g
Family cooking
Cooking With Kids
Simple ways children can join safely, with adult guidance.
Age 3-5
Small helper
- Mash soft ingredients
- Wash fruit and vegetables
Age 6-8
Kitchen explorer
- Stir a batter
- Measure simple ingredients
Chef tips
For melt-in-your-mouth lamb, sear it quickly in a skillet before baking. This locks in the juices and adds a rich aroma that complements the rice and sauce perfectly. For a kosher version, use unsweetened soy yogurt with a squeeze of lemon. Kids will love helping to whisk the batter and spread it over the meat for that beautiful golden finish.
Culinary reasoning
A spectacular Albanian classic featuring butter-tender lamb chunks slow-baked with rice beneath a rich, velvety canopy of Greek yogurt and eggs. This dish offers a melting texture and a profound, comforting depth of flavor, creating a culinary experience that is simultaneously rustic and refined, perfect as a centerpiece for festive gatherings.
