Kuzu Tandır (Slow Roasted Lamb)
Chef DefneKitchen Studio chef · October 19, 2026Kuzu Tandır is a traditional Turkish slow-roasted lamb dish, known for its incredibly tender meat that falls off the bone. It's often prepared for special occasions but is simple enough for a satisfying home-cooked meal.
20 minPrep
4 hCook
2Servings
750 kcalCalories
Calories are an AI estimate, for information only.
Ingredients · 6
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Main Ingredients
- Lamb shoulder1 kg
- Garliccrushed4 cloves
- Olive oil2 tbsp
- Saltto taste1 tsp
- Black pepperfreshly ground½ tsp
For Cooking
- Water½ cup
Method · 6 steps
- 1
Preheat oven to 150°C (300°F).
- 2
Rub the lamb shoulder with crushed garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Place the lamb in a roasting pan and add water to the bottom.
- 4
Cover the pan tightly with foil and roast for 4 hours, or until the lamb is very tender.
- 5
Remove the foil for the last 15 minutes to brown the top slightly if desired.
- 6
Let the lamb rest for 10 minutes before carving.
