Tave Kosi (Lamb and Yogurt)

Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons of butter and the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2: When the mixture is hot but not smoking, add the lamb and mix well.

Step 3: Cook, stirring regularly for 5 minutes or until the meat is golden brown.

Step 4: Add garlic and cook, stirring for 2 minutes, then add water.

Step 5: Bring to a boil and cook over low heat for 1 hour 30 minutes.

Step 6: Season with salt and pepper.

Step 7: Remove the lamb and reserve.

Step 8: Pour the rice and the oregano in 2/3 cup of the broth obtained and cook according to the package instructions. Reserve the rest of the broth.

Step 9: Preheat the oven to 350 F.

Step 10: Melt 6 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan.

Step 11: Add the flour to obtain a roux, then add a large ladle of reserved broth. Mix well.

Step 12: Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 13: Whisk the eggs for 1 minute then add the yogurt and whisk for 2 minutes.

Step 14: Add the broth and butter mixture and mix vigorously with a whisk until smooth.

Step 15: Add the cooled rice and season with salt and pepper.

Step 16: Spread the pieces of lamb at the bottom of a large baking dish, pour the egg mixture, sprinkle with the remaining butter, diced.

Step 17: Bake for 40 minutes.

Step 18: Serve immediately.