Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Braised Lamb Shanks in apple vinegar and Herb Sauce, an exquisite dish perfect for family gatherings or special occasions. This recipe features tender lamb shanks slow-cooked in a tangy sauce infused with fresh herbs, delivering a melt-in-your-mouth experience. The unique combination of apple vinegar and aromatic herbs elevates this classic meal, making it a standout choice at any table. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes, crusty bread, or a refreshing salad for a complete dining experience that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lamb shanks (about 1.5 lbs / 700g total)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 cups dry apple vinegar
- 2 cups beef or lamb stock
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Season the lamb shanks with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat and brown the shanks on all sides (8-10 minutes). Remove from pot.
- In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Deglaze with apple vinegar by pouring it into the pot and scraping any stuck bits.
- Return lamb shanks to the pot and add beef stock, crushed tomatoes, rosemary, thyme, and bay leaves.
- Bring to a simmer, cover with a lid, and transfer to the oven. Cook for about 2-3 hours until tender.
- Let rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg