Albania

• 1 kg lamb (shoulder or leg)
• 500 g plain yogurt
• 4 eggs
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp rice
• 1 tbsp flour
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh oregano or parsley for garnish (optional)

• Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
• Season the lamb with salt and pepper. In a large pan, sear the lamb on all sides over medium-high heat until browned. Transfer it to a baking dish.
• In the same pan, melt 1 tbsp of butter and sauté the rice for 1-2 minutes. Spread the rice evenly over the lamb in the baking dish.
• In a bowl, whisk the yogurt, eggs, flour, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Slowly pour the mixture over the lamb and rice, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
• Melt the remaining butter and drizzle it over the dish.
• Bake in the oven for 45-60 minutes or until the top is golden and the lamb is tender.
• Let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.

Tave Kosi is often called the "comfort food" of Albania and is a symbol of hospitality. It dates back to the Ottoman Empire and is beloved for its tangy yogurt-based sauce.