Ingredients
For 8 servings. All ingredients are generic, never brand names.
- Lamb shoulder2 kg
- Iraqi baharat2 tsp
- Cardamom6
- Dried limes2
- Onion1
- Garlic6 cloves
- Water2 L
- Salt1 1/2 tsp
- Black pepper1/2 tsp
- Basmati rice500 g
- Vermicelli80 g
- Peas150 g
- Almonds, raisins, cashews150 g
- Ghee60 g
Method
- LambRub lamb with spices; simmer 1 1/2 hours, then roast at 200C until crusted.
- RiceToast vermicelli in ghee; cook rice in the lamb stock with peas.
- ServePile rice on a platter; set the lamb on top; scatter fried nuts and raisins.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 1043 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 53.0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 70.2 g |
| Fat | 61.5 g |
| Fibre | 3.7 g |
| Sugar | 3.6 g |
| Sodium | 606 mg |
| Saturated fat | 26.3 g |
| Serving size | about 590 g |
Estimated from the ingredients; actual values vary with brands and portion sizes.
Allergens
Contains Milk, Wheat / gluten, Tree nuts. Use halal-certified meat and poultry.
Quick answers
How long does Quzi take to make?
About 1 h 55 min in total: 20 min of preparation and 1 h 35 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Quzi?
About 1043 kcal per serving, with 53 g of protein. The recipe makes 8 servings of about 590 g each.
Which allergens does Quzi contain?
Based on its ingredients it contains Milk, Wheat / gluten, Tree nuts. Always check the labels of packaged ingredients.
Where is Quzi from?
Quzi is a main course from Kuwait. Festive slow-roast lamb on spiced rice with nuts.