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Kuzu Tandır
Hard 4 hr 17 min~560 kcal 9/10
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Qoozi
A festive Middle Eastern lamb and rice platter with tender spiced meat, basmati rice, almonds, raisins, cinnamon, and cardamom.
Hard⏱️ 2 hr 45 min📖 1 min readServes 6~620 kcal🌍 Middle Eastern🌍 Full translation
30 min prep 135 min cook
- #High Protein
- #For Guests
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Timeline
Total 2 h 45 min- Prep30 min
- Cooking2 h 15 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
Et
- 1.2 kg Lamb shoulder
- 2 Onions
- 4 clove Garlic
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Vegetable oil
Pilav
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Basmati rice
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Butter
Üzeri
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Almonds
- 0.4 cup(~80 ml) Raisins
Baharat
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Cinnamon
- 4 Cardamom pods
- 0.7 tsp(~3.5 ml) Black pepper
General
- 1.8 dessert spoon(~18 ml) Salt
For cooking
- 4 cup(~800 ml) Water
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Instructions
- 1
Rub the lamb shoulder with salt, black pepper, cinnamon, and crushed cardamom.
- 2
Sear the meat in oil for 8 minutes, until every side takes on color.
8 min08:00 - 3
Add the onions and garlic and fry for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 4
Add the water and cook the meat over low heat for 90 minutes, until tender.
1 hr 30 min90:00 - 5
Rinse the rice and fry it in butter for 3 minutes.
3 min03:00 - 6
Measure out meat stock and cook the pilaf for 18 minutes.
18 min18:00 - 7
Lightly toast the almonds and raisins, then place them on the rice with the meat.
💡 Tip: Strain the meat stock before adding it to the rice; whole spices stay out and the rice looks cleaner.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve on a wide tray with optional yogurt salad, pickles, and lemony greens.
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 B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~620
kcal calories
34
g protein
64
g carbs
25
g fat
Protein 22%Carbs 41%Fat 37%
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.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Milk
- Tree nuts
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 Qoozi make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Qoozi take?
Prep 30 minutes, cooking 135 minutes; 165 minutes in total.Is Qoozi difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Qoozi have?
Approximately 620 kcal per serving. Protein: 34g, carbs: 64g, fat: 25g.Which allergens does Qoozi contain?
This recipe contains Milk, Tree nuts. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Qoozi belong to?
This recipe belongs to Middle Eastern cuisine.How many ingredients does Qoozi need?
This recipe needs 13 ingredients.
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