13/09/2025                                                                            
                                    
                                                                            
                                            Braised Lamb Shanks
Ingredients
Meat:
4 lamb shanks
Produce:
1 large onion, chopped
3 carrots, peeled and chopped
3 celery stalks, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 bay leaves
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 can tomatoes (whole or diced)
Canned Goods:
2 cups beef broth
2 tbsp tomato paste
Condiments:
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Baking & Spices:
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Oils & Vinegars:
2 tbsp olive oil
Beer, Wine & Spirits:
2 cups red wine (dry, such as Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot)
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
Season & Sear the Lamb:
Pat the lamb shanks dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
In a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat.
Sear the lamb shanks on all sides until browned (about 3–4 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
Sauté the Vegetables:
In the same pot, add chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté for about 5–7 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
Deglaze with Wine:
Pour in the red wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
Simmer for 5 minutes to reduce slightly.
Add Remaining Ingredients:
Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, canned tomatoes, beef broth, bay leaves, rosemary, and thyme.
Return the lamb shanks to the pot, nestling them into the liquid and vegetables.
Braise in the Oven:
Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.
Braise for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the lamb is fork-tender and falling off the bone.
Serve:
Remove bay leaves and herb stems before serving.
Serve lamb shanks over mashed potatoes, polenta, or creamy risotto, topped with the braising sauce.Enjoy!