Description
Braised Lamb Shanks Recipe is a heartwarming dish that transforms tender lamb shanks into an irresistible meal, infused with the rich flavors of garlic, fresh herbs, and apple vinegar. The slow cooking method allows the meat to become incredibly tender, falling off the bone with each bite. This recipe is perfect for family dinners and gatherings, making it an excellent choice for any occasion. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a gourmet dish that will impress your guests while enjoying the process of cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lamb shanks (about 2 lbs total)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup apple vinegar
- 2 cups beef or lamb broth
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Season the lamb shanks with salt and pepper.
- In a heavy-duty pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the shanks until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions until translucent (3-4 minutes). Add garlic, carrots, and celery; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for an additional minute. Add apple vinegar and scrape up brown bits from the pot.
- Pour in broth and bring to a simmer; return lamb shanks along with herbs.
- Cover tightly, reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 2-3 hours until fork-tender.
- Skim excess fat from sauce if necessary before serving warm with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamb shank (about 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 125mg