CultureSeptember 3, 2026

raan

RAHN

Definition

A dish consisting of a whole leg of lamb or mutton, typically marinated in spices and slow-roasted until tender.

Etymology

The word originates from the Hindi and Urdu word 'raan', referring specifically to the leg of a meat animal, derived from the Persian word for thigh or leg.

In the news

In the article, the chef features a slow-roasted lamb raan as a highlight of their fusion Sunday roast, emphasizing its tender, melt-in-the-mouth texture.

New restaurant serving Indian inspired Sunday roasts opens in Surrey town

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Surrey Live

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