Orange Braised Lamb Shanks

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 16
Orange Braised Lamb Shanks Recipe with a bright and zesty flavor
in Meat

Prep

25 min

Cook

2 hr 30 min

Ready In

3 hr

Level

Difficult

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

4 lamb shanks
1 carrot , diced finely
1 medium onion , diced finely
2 celery ribs , diced fine
2 -3 tablespoons olive oil
2 -3 sprigs fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
2 garlic cloves , finely chopped
2 oranges , juice and zest of , finely grated ( no pith )
1 lemon , juice and zest of , finely grated ( no pith )
1 tablespoon tomato paste ( concentrated tomato puree )
1 1/2 cups white wine
1 cup lamb stock ( or water )
salt and pepper
1/2 cup fresh parsley , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
769
Sugar
10g
Fat
47g
Orange Braised Lamb Shanks are a classic comfort food recipe that has been elevated by adding bright and zesty flavors of orange and lemon. The rich meaty flavor of Lamb Shanks is accentuated with the addition of fresh herbs and vegetables. The dish is slow-cooked to create tender and juicy meat that falls off the bone. This recipe is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a celebratory meal with friends.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2.Trim any excess fat from the lamb shanks and season with salt and pepper.
3.Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the lamb shanks and brown on all sides, about 10 minutes. Remove to a plate.
4.Add the diced carrot, onion, and celery to the pot and cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
5.Add the thyme, bay leaves, and garlic and cook for another minute.
6.Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute.
7.Add the wine, lamb stock, orange zest and juice, and lemon zest and juice to the pot.
8.Bring to a simmer and return the lamb shanks to the pot.
9.Cover and place in the oven for 2 to 2.5 hours, until the meat is tender.
10.Remove the lamb shanks from the pot and keep warm.
11.Strain the sauce and return it to the pot.
12.Cook until reduced by half.
13.Stir in the chopped parsley and serve the lamb shanks with the sauce.

PROS

This Orange Braised Lamb Shank recipe is a great way to enjoy a hearty and flavorful meal.

The bright and zesty flavors of orange and lemon provide a refreshing twist to the classic lamb shank dish.

CONS

This dish takes some time to prepare and cook, but the end result is well worth the effort.

It also requires some specialty ingredients that may not be readily available in your local grocery store.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb is a good source of protein and a variety of vitamins and minerals, including iron, zinc, and vitamin B12.
The addition of orange and lemon in this recipe provides an extra boost of vitamin C and antioxidants that can help boost immune function and reduce inflammation.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.