Succulent Cooked Lamb Shank Recipe for Perfect Tenderness
Indulge in this comforting cooked lamb shank, infused with aromatic herbs and spices. Experience tender, melt-in-your-mouth meat that’s perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–4 lamb shanks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped finely
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 cups beef broth
- A few sprigs of fresh rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season lamb shanks with salt and pepper. Brown each side for about five minutes until caramelized.
- Remove the browned shanks and set aside. In the same pot, add chopped onion, garlic, and carrots. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about five minutes.
- Return the lamb shanks to the pot and add two cups of beef broth along with fresh rosemary sprigs. Bring to a gentle simmer before covering with a lid.
- Transfer the covered pot to the preheated oven. Roast slowly for about two hours until the meat is fork-tender and nearly falling off the bone.
- Carefully remove lamb shanks from the oven. Serve on plates with sauce drizzled on top. Pair with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up every drop.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamb shank (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 115mg