Name: Traditional Albanian Tavë Kosi
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Albanian
Ingredients: 1 lb lamb shoulder, cubed; 1 cup plain yogurt; 2 large eggs; 1/2 cup rice; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1/4 tsp cumin; 1/4 tsp oregano; 1/4 tsp thyme; 1/4 cup water; 1/4 cup olive oil

Traditional Albanian Tavë Kosi

A creamy baked dish made with lamb, yogurt, eggs, and rice, a staple of Albanian cuisine.

60 minutes4 servings

Method

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, mix yogurt, eggs, salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, oregano, and thyme.
Add lamb, rice, onion, garlic, water, and olive oil to the yogurt mixture. Toss to combine.
Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
Bake for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden and the rice is tender.
Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Serve with warm bread and a side of salad.
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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