Description
Savor tender Slow-Cooked Lamb Shanks, braised to perfection in a savory sauce that will delight your senses and warm your heart.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–4 lamb shanks (well-marbled)
- 2 large onions (chopped)
- 4–5 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 large carrots (sliced)
- 3 cups beef broth (low-sodium)
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary (or 1 tsp dried)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Chop onions and carrots into bite-sized pieces, and mince garlic.
- Sear the Lamb: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and sear each lamb shank until browned on all sides.
- Create the Base: In a slow cooker, combine chopped onions, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and rosemary. Place seared lamb shanks on top.
- Add Liquids: Pour in beef broth until everything is submerged.
- Set It and Forget It: Cover your slow cooker and set it on low for about 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Serve with Style: Transfer cooked shanks onto plates with a drizzle of sauce. Pair with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamb shank (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - Substitute rosemary with thyme for a different flavor profile. - Adding olives can introduce an unexpected twist to this dish. - For extra depth of flavor, use homemade or high-quality beef broth.