Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Tender Braised Lamb Shanks with Vegetables.
Slow-cooked to perfection, the lamb becomes incredibly tender, absorbing the rich flavors of red wine, beef broth, and aromatic herbs.
This hearty dish is perfect for family dinners or special holiday meals.
- Tender Braised Lamb Shanks with Vegetables
Ingredients:
– 4 lamb shanks
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 large onion, chopped
– 4 garlic cloves, minced
– 2 large carrots, chopped
– 2 celery stalks, chopped
– 1 cup red wine
– 2 cups beef broth
– 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
– 2 tablespoons tomato paste
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. Season Lamb Shanks: Season the lamb shanks with salt and pepper.
3. Brown Lamb Shanks: Heat the olive oil in a large ovenproof pot over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb shanks on all sides, then remove and set aside.
4. Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Deglaze with Wine: Pour in the red wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
6. Add Liquids and Herbs: Add the beef broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, and rosemary. Stir to combine.
7. Return Lamb Shanks: Return the lamb shanks to the pot, making sure they are submerged in the liquid.
8. Braise in Oven: Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven. Braise for 2-2.5 hours, or until the lamb is tender and falling off the bone.
9. Garnish and Serve: Remove the pot from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Recipe Notes:
– Prep Time: 20 minutes
– Cooking Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
– Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
– Kcal: 450 kcal
– Servings: 4 servings
