Kuzu Tandir Kebab – Turkish Roasted Lamb
Kuzu Tandir Kebab is a traditional Turkish slow-roasted lamb dish made with bone-in lamb that’s seasoned simply and cooked until fall-off-the-bone tender. It’s a rich and flavorful centerpiece often served with rice, potatoes, or flatbread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Turkish
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1 bone-in leg of lamb or 2–3 lamb shanks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 4 garlic cloves (optional)
- 2–3 sprigs fresh rosemary or thyme (optional)
- 1 cup water or lamb broth (for roasting pan)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Rub lamb with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Add garlic and herbs if using.
- Place lamb in a roasting pan with water or broth at the bottom.
- Cover tightly with foil or a lid and roast for 3.5 to 4.5 hours, or until meat is fork-tender.
- Uncover for the last 30 minutes of roasting to allow the top to brown.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 10–15 minutes before serving.
- Serve with rice, potatoes, flatbread, or grilled vegetables.
Notes
- Use bone-in cuts for maximum flavor and tenderness.
- Add root vegetables like carrots or potatoes in the last hour of roasting for a full meal.
- Slow cooker version: cook on low for 8–10 hours (browning not included).
- Add a squeeze of lemon before serving for brightness.
- Leftovers can be shredded for wraps or sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
