20-Min Lamb Madfoon with Yogurt
Tender lamb, fragrant rice, and aromatic spices layered and steamed in one pot—the TikTok version of Yemen's buried-rice classic. Topped with cooling yogurt sauce.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 680
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a heavy pot over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
Step 2
Add diced lamb in a single layer. Sear 2 minutes without stirring, until browned on one side.
Step 3
Stir in sliced onion and cumin. Cook 2 minutes until onion softens and cumin becomes fragrant.
Step 4
Add rice and stir to coat with oil, about 1 minute. Pour in 3 cups water and a large pinch of salt.
Step 5
Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer 12 minutes until rice absorbs water and lamb is tender.
Step 6
Whisk yogurt with lemon juice and a pinch of salt. Fluff rice with a fork and serve topped with yogurt sauce.
Tools you’ll need
- heavy pot with tight-fitting lid (5-quart minimum)
- spoon for stirring
- fork for fluffing
- small bowl for yogurt sauce
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