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The emblematic dish here is tavë kosi, Albania’s celebrated lamb-and-rice casserole bound with tangy yogurt and eggs—originating around Elbasan and cherished nationwide. Its homey, minimal-ingredient profile makes it a perennial centerpiece for Sunday lunches and guests.

Baked casseroles and slow-simmered family comfort

The emblematic dish here is tavë kosi, Albania’s celebrated lamb-and-rice casserole bound with tangy yogurt and eggs—originating around Elbasan and cherished nationwide. Its homey, minimal-ingredient profile makes it a perennial centerpiece for Sunday lunches and guests. Beyond tavë kosi, tables feature paprika-tinged meat stews like gullash/tasqebap and bean stews (jani me fasule), echoing broader Balkan influences while staying distinctly Albanian in seasoning and sides (bread, pickles, and yogurt). This category welcomes oven-bakes and stovetop braises alike.