Main Dish · Albanian
Tavë Kosi – Traditional Albanian Yogurt Bake
A comforting Albanian classic made with tender lamb, creamy yogurt and eggs, baked until beautifully golden. Simple, hearty and full of Mediterranean flavor.
- Prep time
- 15 min
- Cook time
- 45 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Servings
- 4
Ingredients
- 500 g lamb, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 500 g Greek yogurt
- 3 eggs
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Fresh parsley for serving
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 190°C.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a pan and brown the lamb on all sides. Season with salt and pepper.
- 3
Transfer the lamb to a baking dish.
- 4
Melt the butter in a small saucepan, stir in the flour and cook briefly until smooth.
- 5
In a bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, eggs, garlic and oregano.
- 6
Slowly mix the butter and flour mixture into the yogurt mixture until creamy.
- 7
Pour the yogurt mixture evenly over the lamb.
- 8
Bake for approximately 35–45 minutes until the top is golden and lightly set.
- 9
Let it rest for a few minutes and finish with fresh parsley before serving.
Carla's Tip
Serve Tavë Kosi with a simple tomato and cucumber salad, olives and a little fresh bread. ❤️
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