Slow Cooked Lamb Shanks Australian Style

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 2
Slow Cooked Lamb Shanks Australian Style
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

180 min

Ready In

200 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 meaty lean lamb shanks
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 red onions , chopped
3 carrots , sliced in rings
3 parsnips , sliced in rings
3 stalks celery , sliced
1/4 cup plain flour
6 -8 sprigs fresh rosemary
1/2 cup mint leaf
6 bay leaves
1 liter stock or 1 liter water
500 ml red wine , to taste
1 teaspoon white pepper
2 teaspoons mild paprika

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
600
Sugar
5g
Fat
32g
Slow cooked lamb shanks are a traditional Australian dish that is enjoyed by many around the world. The shanks are slow-cooked in a flavorful broth with vegetables and spices until the meat is tender and falls off the bone. This dish is perfect for a cozy dinner party or a special occasion, and is often served with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. While lamb shanks may not be a regular part of your diet, this recipe is a tasty and indulgent way to enjoy them when you do.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 150C or 300F.
2.Heat olive oil in a large frypan and quickly brown shanks on all sides.
3.Remove shanks and place in a deep casserole dish.
4.Cook onion, carrots, parsnips and celery in the same frypan until softened.
5.Add flour and cook for 1 minute while stirring.
6.Slowly add stock, wine, rosemary, mint, bay leaves, pepper and paprika.
7.Bring to the boil and then pour over the shanks in the casserole dish.
8.Cover casserole dish with aluminium foil or lid and cook in preheated oven for 3 hours.
9.Serve with mashed potatoes and fresh green beans.

PROS

This dish is hearty and flavorful, perfect for a cozy dinner at home.

Lamb shanks are relatively affordable and easy to find at most grocery stores.

The slow cooking method allows the meat to become tender and fall off the bone.

CONS

This dish requires quite a bit of time to prepare and cook, making it better-suited for a weekend meal or special occasion.

The high calorie and fat content of lamb may not be suitable for those on a restricted diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb is a good source of protein and contains essential vitamins and minerals such as iron and zinc.
The rosemary and mint in this recipe have antioxidant properties that can help protect against cellular damage and reduce inflammation.

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