ALBANIAN FOOD in the CITY OF STONE!! Gjirokastër Tava + UNESCO Attractions | Gjirokastër, Albania

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner while pork is often less expensive.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers a thicker texture with fewer calories.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is heart-healthy.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and garlic, sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in diced lamb, cooking until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes, bell peppers, and potatoes, mixing well.

Season with salt, black pepper, cumin, and paprika, stirring to combine.

Pour in lemon juice and add bay leaves, then cover the pot.

Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and cover with foil.

Bake in the preheated oven for 1.5 to 2 hours, until the lamb is tender.

Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with yogurt and cheese.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary