Kuzu Kuzu Kuzu Tandırı
Kuzu Kuzu Kuzu Tandırı is a traditional Turkish BBQ dish featuring tender lamb slow-cooked to perfection, infused with aromatic spices and herbs. This Paleo-friendly dish is perfect for meat lovers looking for a rich and flavorful experience.

180 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Turkish
450 kcal
Ingredients
- Lamb shoulder - 500 grams
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
- Onion - 1 medium, chopped
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Fresh rosemary - 2 sprigs
- Fresh thyme - 2 sprigs
- Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
- Water - 250 milliliters
Steps
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, chopped onion, paprika, cumin, black pepper, salt, lemon juice, and mix well to create a marinade.
- Cut the lamb shoulder into large chunks and add it to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F). In a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot, place the marinated lamb along with all the marinade, fresh rosemary, and thyme.
- Pour in the water, cover the pot with a lid, and place it in the preheated oven. Cook for 3 hours or until the lamb is tender and pulls apart easily with a fork.
- Once cooked, remove the pot from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. Shred the lamb and serve with your choice of Paleo-friendly sides.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 35 g
- Carbs: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
- Total Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Water: 0.25 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
- Rich in healthy fats, which are beneficial for heart health.
Tags
TurkishPaleoBBQ