Lamb liver pilaf with currants, pine nuts, herbs, and rice bakes inside caul fat in an Edirne classic.
45 min prep 58 min cook 30 min rest
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Soak the lamb caul fat in warm water for 20 minutes.
Rinse and drain the rice, then soften the currants in hot water for 10 minutes.
Fry the onion and pine nuts in olive oil for 5 minutes.
Add the diced lamb liver and sear for 6 minutes.
Add the rice, currants, salt, black pepper, allspice, and hot water and cook for 12 minutes.
Fold scallions, dill, parsley, and fresh mint into the rice and rest for 10 minutes.
Spread the caul fat on a tray, add the rice filling, and fold the edges over.
Brush the top with beaten egg and red pepper powder.
Bake the liver wrap at 190°C for 25 minutes until browned.
💡 Tip: Soaking the caul fat in warm water opens it up so it can wrap without tearing.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Slice and serve hot with yogurt and a seasonal salad.
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
~520
kcal calories
28
g protein
38
g carbs
28
g fat
4.6g
Sugar
1.5g
Fiber
885.9mg
Sodium
1.5g
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.
Very filling, for a really hungry day
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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