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Slow-Roasted Lamb with Sumac & Herb Yogurt
Tender lamb shoulder, roasted low and slow until it yields at the touch of a fork, finished with a bright sumac rub and draped over cooling herb yogurt flecked with mint, dill, and a drizzle of olive oil. A centerpiece dish that rewards patience.
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Hi, I'm Engin Ari. I cook simple, soulful food rooted in the flavors I grew up with in Istanbul — slow-braised dishes, hand-rolled pastries, and spice blends passed down from my grandmother.
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