Quzi

Iraq · Middle East and North Africa

Short description: A celebratory rice-and-lamb platter built around tender meat, aromatic rice, nuts, and sweet dried fruit.
Ingredients: Slow-cooked lamb is served with rice, roasted nuts, raisins, spices, and often bread or broth on the side.
Cultural note: Large platters are often shared at gatherings, where the slow cooking and generous rice base make the meal feel ceremonial.
Common misconception: Regional names and techniques overlap, so not every lamb-and-rice feast is the same preparation.

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