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Kuzu Tandır
Hard 4 hr 17 min~560 kcal 9/10
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Mechoui
A Maghreb-style roast of lamb rubbed with cumin and coriander, then cooked low until the meat pulls apart in soft strands.
Hard⏱️ 9 hr📖 1 min readServes 6~520 kcal🌍 North African🌍 Full translation
25 min prep 210 min cook 305 min rest
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Timeline
Total 9 h- Prep25 min
- Resting/Marinating5 h 5 min
- Cooking3 h 30 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
- 1.8 kg Lamb shoulder
- 2 çay kaşığı(~10 ml) Cumin
- 2 çay kaşığı(~10 ml) Cilantro
- 4 yemek kaşığı(~60 ml) Olive oil
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Salt
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Rub the lamb with olive oil, cumin, cilantro, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
Rest the meat at room temperature for 30 minutes.
30 min30:00 - 3
Place the meat in a covered baking dish and put it in a 160°C oven.
- 4
Cook the lamb covered for 3 hours.
3 hr180:00 - 5
Open the lid and roast for 30 minutes.
30 min30:00 - 6
Rest the meat for 15 minutes and slice without breaking the fibers.
15 min15:00
💡 Tip: Rest the lamb before slicing; the fibers stay intact and the juices settle.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with cumin salt and flatbread.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~520
kcal calories
39
g protein
4
g carbs
37
g fat
Protein 31%Carbs 3%Fat 66%
GI 3 · Low GIGL 0 · Low GL
0.1g
Sugar
0.4g
Fiber
779.1mg
Sodium
1.3g
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)
9/10Very filling, for a really hungry day
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FAQ
How many servings does Mechoui make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Mechoui take?
Prep 25 minutes, cooking 210 minutes, including 305 minutes of passive resting; 540 minutes in total.Is Mechoui difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Mechoui have?
Approximately 520 kcal per serving. Protein: 39g, carbs: 4g, fat: 37g.Is Mechoui allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Mechoui belong to?
This recipe belongs to North African cuisine.How many ingredients does Mechoui need?
This recipe needs 6 ingredients.Is Mechoui filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 9/10; keeps you full for a long time, made for a very hungry day. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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