Main course
Tavë Kosi Baked Lamb and Yogurt
Tavë Kosi is an Albanian baked dish featuring tender lamb and rice, topped with a rich, savory yogurt custard. The lamb is simmered until falling apart, then combined with rice to form the base. A thick, eggy yogurt mixture is poured over, baking into a puffed, golden crust that's creamy underneath. It's a hearty meal that comes together with a bit of patience, but the result is well worth it.
1h 57mServes 4
Method
9 steps · 1h 57m total
- 01
Brown the Lamb
In a large pan (one with a lid is best), melt the 20g butter and 2 tbsp olive oil together over medium heat. Add the diced lamb and brown it for about 5 minutes, until it's nicely seared on all sides. - 02
Simmer the Lamb
Stir in the 2 cloves garlic, 2 tsp oregano, and 300ml boiling water, then season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix everything well before covering the pan with its lid. Let it simmer for 50 minutes, stirring a couple of times to make sure the lamb doesn’t stick or burn.
