Albanian · Albania
Slow-Cooked Albanian Yogurt Lamb
A rich and creamy lamb dish cooked in a traditional yogurt-based sauce, popular in Albania.
150 minutes6 servings
Ingredients
Method
- In a large pot, heat olive oil and sauté onions until golden.
- Add lamb and cook until browned. Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, and cumin.
- Mix in yogurt and water or broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat and cook for 1.5 to 2 hours until lamb is tender.
- Garnish with fresh dill before serving.
- For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.
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