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Nutritional Values
620kcal
36gProtein
32gCarbs
38gFat
7gFibre
400 gServing
* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.
Tavë Prizreni
How to order / say it
Say it
Tavë Prizreni — [TAH-ve PREE-zreh-nee]
Order
I'll have the Tavë Prizreni, please.
Locally
Do të kisha Tavë Prizreni, ju lutem.
Say locally
A hearty casserole of lamb with seasonal vegetables.
Why try it?
Tavë Prizreni is a quintessential dish of Pristina, highlighting the city's mastery in slow-cooking meats to perfection, a communal meal for festive occasions.
How it tastes
Rich and savory with succulent lamb and tender vegetables, infused with aromatic herbs and spices in every bite.
Origin & History — first documented: 1890
This dish originated in the late 19th century, enjoyed by Pristina families to celebrate harvests and special events.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 500 g lamb
- 🥕 300 g potatoes
- 🥕 150 g carrots
- 🧄 2 onions
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic
- 🫒 50 ml olive oil
- 🌿 1 sprig rosemary
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🧂 1 tsp pepper
Method
- 1 Preheat oven to 180°C and season lamb with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- 2 Layer seasoned lamb with sliced potatoes, carrots, onions, and garlic in a baking dish.
- 3 Add rosemary, cover with foil, and bake for 1 hour until lamb is tender.
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