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Medium 1 hr 53 min~560 kcal 7/10
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Ankara Lamb Orzo Bake
Lamb, orzo, tomato, and peppers bake together into a hearty capital-city pilaf.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 45 min📖 1 min readServes 6~520 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 75 min cook 10 min rest
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Timeline
Total 1 h 45 min- Prep20 min
- Resting/Marinating10 min
- Cooking1 h 15 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
- 700 gr Lamb shank meat
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Orzo
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Butter
- 3 adet Tomatoes
- 3 adet Green peppers
- 1 adet Onion
- 4 su bardağı(~800 ml) Beef stock
- 1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) Tomato paste
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Salt the lamb and sear it in a wide pot for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 2
Add the onion and saute for 5 minutes until softened.
5 min05:00 - 3
Add the tomato paste, tomatoes, and peppers and cook into a sauce for 6 minutes.
6 min06:00 - 4
Toast the orzo in butter in a separate pan for 5 minutes until lightly golden.
5 min05:00 - 5
Transfer the meat mixture to a baking dish and spread the orzo over it.
- 6
Add the hot beef stock and cover the dish with foil.
- 7
Bake at 190°C for 35 minutes and rest for 10 minutes.
45 min45:00
💡 Tip: Searing the meat first carries its juices into the pilaf during the long bake.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot in a wide baking dish with cacik and roasted peppers.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~520
kcal calories
28
g protein
58
g carbs
20
g fat
Protein 21%Carbs 44%Fat 35%
GI 25 · Low GIGL 15 · Medium GL
6.4g
Sugar
4.9g
Fiber
1210.5mg
Sodium
3g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
7/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Ankara Lamb Orzo Bake make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Ankara Lamb Orzo Bake take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 75 minutes, including 10 minutes of passive resting; 105 minutes in total.Is Ankara Lamb Orzo Bake difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Ankara Lamb Orzo Bake have?
Approximately 520 kcal per serving. Protein: 28g, carbs: 58g, fat: 20g.Which allergens does Ankara Lamb Orzo Bake contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Ankara Lamb Orzo Bake need?
This recipe needs 9 ingredients.Is Ankara Lamb Orzo Bake filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 7/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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