Laban Ayran Tagine / Stew
Middle_Eastern Middle Eastern - Stews and Tagines

Laban Ayran Tagine / Stew

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

A comforting, slow-cooked classic featuring tender cuts braised in a rich, velvety reduction with root vegetables and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

  • • 500g lamb shoulder, cubed
  • • 500g Greek yogurt
  • • 1 onion, quartered
  • • 1 egg
  • • 1 tbsp cornflour
  • • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • • 1 tbsp butter
  • • 1L water

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Simmer the lamb with the onion in the water for 60 minutes, skimming the surface, then strain and reserve 750ml of the broth.

2
Phase 2

Whisk the yogurt with the egg, cornflour, and reserved broth in a heavy pot until smooth.

3
Phase 3

Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent curdling.

4
Phase 4

Add the lamb and simmer gently for 15 minutes.

5
Phase 5

Melt the butter, fry the black pepper in it, stir into the stew, season with salt, and serve hot with rice.