Minted Lamb Shanks

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 12

Minted Lamb Shank Recipe - Delicious and Aromatic Dish

by The Chefin Lamb

Prep

15 min

Cook

2h 30min

Ready In

2h 45min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-8

Calories

550

Sugar

30g

Fat

31g

Minted lamb shanks are flavorful and aromatic, making them a perfect meal for special occasions or cozy weeknights. The combination of mint and honey creates a flavorful sauce that complements the meat beautifully. This recipe is easy to make, and the oven does most of the work, so you can spend quality time with loved ones while the lamb shanks slowly cook to perfection.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 160C.
2.	Mix the mint sauce, honey, ginger root, soy sauce, and brown sugar in a bowl. Set aside.
3.	Take a large casserole dish and arrange the lamb shanks in it. Pour the sauce over the shanks and use your hands to massage it well into the meat.
4.	Cover the dish with aluminum foil and put it in the preheated oven. Bake for 2 hours 30 minutes, turning the lamb shanks every hour so they are evenly coated in the sauce.
5.	Remove the foil for the last 30 minutes and raise the temperature to 200C to brown the lamb shanks.
6.	Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Serve hot with your favorite side dish.

PROS

This recipe is easy to make and the lamb shanks come out juicy and tender.

The mint adds a bright, fresh flavor while the sweet and savory sauce complements the meat perfectly.
Lamb is a good source of high-quality protein and minerals such as iron and zinc, which help support the immune system.

CONS

Lamb can be quite fatty, so it’s important to trim off any excess fat before cooking.
Also, this dish may be too rich for some people and may not be suitable for those with dietary restrictions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe features lamb, which is a great source of protein and essential nutrients such as vitamin B12, zinc, and iron. These nutrients are important for normal bodily function, growth, and development.
Mint has been traditionally used for its medicinal properties, particularly for supporting digestion and reducing inflammation. It’s also high in antioxidants and helps freshen breath.

	4 -8 lamb shanks ( depending on size )
	1/4 cup thick mint sauce
	1/4 cup liquid honey
	2 tablespoons gingerroot , grated
	2 tablespoons soy sauce
	2 tablespoons brown sugar