Tavë Kosi

Ingredients

• 1kg lamb, bone-in pieces
• 2 cups plain yogurt
• 2 eggs
• 2 tbsp flour
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp dried mint
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup rice (optional, traditional addition)

Instructions

1. 1Season the lamb pieces with salt and pepper, then sear in butter in an oven-safe dish until browned on all sides.
2. 2If using rice, scatter it around the meat along with a little water or stock, then bake covered at 180°C (350°F) for about 30 minutes until the lamb is mostly tender.
3. 3Whisk together the yogurt, eggs, flour, and minced garlic until smooth to make the topping sauce.
4. 4Remove the dish from the oven and pour the yogurt mixture evenly over the partially cooked lamb.
5. 5Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for another 30-40 minutes until the topping is set and golden brown on top.
6. 6Sprinkle with dried mint partway through baking for aroma.
7. 7Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the topping to firm up slightly.
8. 8Serve hot directly from the baking dish.

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