Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Coconut Cream Lamb Shanks with Sweet Potatoes & Coriander. This warm and hearty dish features succulent lamb shanks slow-cooked to perfection in a luscious coconut cream sauce, complemented by tender sweet potatoes and aromatic coriander. With minimal preparation required, this recipe is perfect for both busy weeknights and special occasions. The rich, savory sauce enhances the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes, making every bite a delightful experience that will impress your family and guests alike.
Ingredients
- 2 lamb shanks
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1 (14 oz) can full-fat coconut cream
- 2 cups beef or chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Sear the lamb shanks in olive oil over medium-high heat until browned on all sides. Remove from pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté chopped onion until soft; add garlic, ginger, coriander, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute.
- Return lamb shanks to the pot with chopped sweet potatoes. Pour in coconut cream and broth; stir in lime juice.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 2 hours or until lamb is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg