dinner · everyday
Lamb and yogurt bake
An Albanian-style bake of browned ground lamb and rice under a set yogurt and egg custard. Oregano seasons the lamb, and the topping turns soft and creamy in the oven.
- Time
- 45min
- Steps
- 6
Ingredients
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Contains milk and egg.
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Method
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1
Heat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Brown the lamb in half the butter, breaking it up, until it reaches 71°C (160°F).
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2
Stir in the rice, oregano and half the salt.
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3
Grease a small baking dish with the remaining butter and spread the lamb and rice in it.
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4
Whisk the yogurt, eggs and the rest of the salt until smooth, then pour the mixture over the lamb.
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5
Bake for about 25 minutes, until the custard has set and reaches 71°C (160°F).
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6
Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
