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Name: Traditional Bahraini Qoozi (Whole Roasted Lamb with Spiced Rice)
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 270 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: Bahrain
Ingredients: 1 whole lamb (12-15 kg), cleaned and butterflied; 2 cups basmati rice; 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled; 1/2 cup ghee or clarified butter; 2 tablespoons baharat (Arabic spice blend); 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 cup raisins or sultanas (optional); 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted (optional); 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted (optional); 2 lemons, juiced; 3 tablespoons olive oil (for basting); 1 teaspoon sumac (for garnish); Fresh parsley and mint leaves (for garnish)

Qoozi

Bahrain

Whole roasted lamb stuffed with rice, eggs, and spices, a celebratory feast dish.

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