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Name: Authentic Tavë Kosi Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 90 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Albania
Ingredients: 5 lbs (700g) lamb or veal, cut into 1-inch cubes (shoulder or leg recommended); 1 cup long-grain white rice; 2 cups plain full-fat yogurt (Greek-style or strained yogurt preferred); 3 large eggs; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup milk (or water); 1 large onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3 tablespoons olive oil or butter; 1 teaspoon dried oregano (or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped); 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste); 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, traditional in some regions); 1 cup water or broth for cooking meat; Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Tavë Kosi

Albania

Nationwide

Lamb or veal baked in a yogurt and egg sauce, often served with rice.

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