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Slow-Cooked Lamb Shanks

  • Author: Lilly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Description

Savor tender Slow-Cooked Lamb Shanks, braised to perfection in a savory sauce that will delight your senses and warm your heart.


Ingredients

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  • 24 lamb shanks (well-marbled)
  • 2 large onions (chopped)
  • 45 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 2 large carrots (sliced)
  • 3 cups beef broth (low-sodium)
  • 2 tsp fresh rosemary (or 1 tsp dried)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Chop onions and carrots into bite-sized pieces, and mince garlic.
  2. Sear the Lamb: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and sear each lamb shank until browned on all sides.
  3. Create the Base: In a slow cooker, combine chopped onions, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and rosemary. Place seared lamb shanks on top.
  4. Add Liquids: Pour in beef broth until everything is submerged.
  5. Set It and Forget It: Cover your slow cooker and set it on low for about 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  6. 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.