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Mansaf (Lamb in Fermented Yogurt Sauce), and where to source it

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Stir the jameed sauce constantly in one direction as it heats and never let it boil hard, or the fermented yogurt curdles and breaks into grainy curds instead of staying silky.

By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026

Prep30 min
Cook2 hr
Makesserves 8
CuisinePalestinian
Cost$$$
Gluten-free
Contains  dairy · tree nuts
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for 8 servings
lamb on the bone
3 lb
1.4 kg
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jameed (dried yogurt)
1 lb
450 g
Local / market
long-grain rice
3 cups
550 g
Local / market
shrak or thin flatbread
4 sheets
4
Local / market
slivered almonds and pine nuts
1 cup
140 g
Local / market
onion
1
1
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cardamom pods
4
4
Local / market
salt
to taste
Local / market
The Rundown
Greedometer ●●●●● Squeaky clean
About as virtuous as dinner gets. · plan ahead — needs marinating, soaking, or resting time
EffortA project
Cook it with
Air fryerOne-pot
The Method
  1. Soak the jameed in warm water several hours, then blend and strain into a smooth pourable liquid.15 min
  2. Simmer the lamb with onion and cardamom, skimming, until fork-tender.90 min
  3. Warm the jameed in a pot, stirring steadily one direction, and never let it reach a rolling boil.15 min
  4. Add the cooked lamb to the sauce and simmer gently to marry, cooking the rice separately.20 min
  5. Lay bread on a platter, moisten with sauce, mound rice and lamb, ladle more sauce over, and crown with fried nuts.10 min
The Toolkit

large stockpot · fine strainer · large serving platter

Straight Answers
Can you make Mansaf (Lamb in Fermented Yogurt Sauce) in an air fryer? — Yes

Yes — this is exactly what an air fryer does well. Work in a single layer so the air can move, and shake or flip halfway for even crisping. It runs a touch faster than the oven, so check early.

Can you freeze Mansaf (Lamb in Fermented Yogurt Sauce)? — Yes

Yes — it freezes well. Cool it fully, portion into airtight containers, and it keeps a few months; thaw in the fridge and reheat gently.

Can you make Mansaf (Lamb in Fermented Yogurt Sauce) ahead of time? — Yes

Yes — it needs the chill time to set, so making it ahead is the whole point.

Is Mansaf (Lamb in Fermented Yogurt Sauce) gluten-free? — Yes

Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.

Is Mansaf (Lamb in Fermented Yogurt Sauce) vegan? — No

No — it contains meat, so it isn’t vegetarian or vegan.

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