Pressure Cooker Tuscan Lamb Shanks

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Pressure Cooker Tuscan Lamb Shanks recipe for a hearty dinner
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

75 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 cup dried great northern beans
3 1/4 cups water , divided
3 lbs lamb shanks ( about 2 large shanks )
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil , divided
1/2 cup shallot , sliced
6 garlic cloves , sliced
1 cup dry red wine
1/4 cup sun-dried tomato
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 can low sodium beef broth
2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley , chopped
5 cups egg noodles , hot cooked ( about 4 cups uncooked pasta )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
805
Sugar
5g
Fat
38g
Tuscan cuisine is famous for its use of lamb and beans, which is the perfect combination in this hearty recipe. Pressure Cooker Tuscan Lamb Shanks is a traditional Italian dish that has been modernized with the use of a pressure cooker to cut down on cooking time. The lamb is slow-cooked until tender and flavorful, the beans are cooked to perfection, and then combined with a delicious sauce made with shallots, garlic, red wine, sun-dried tomatoes, and Worcestershire sauce. This meal is perfect for a cold winter evening or a special occasion.

Instructions

1.Rinse the beans in cold water and transfer to a pressure cooker.
2.Add 3 cups of water and pressure cook on high for 25 minutes.
3.Once done, remove and set aside.
4.Pat the lamb shanks dry with paper towels and season with flour, salt, and pepper.
5.In the same pressure cooker, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat and brown the lamb shanks, about 5 minutes per side.
6.Remove the shanks and set aside.
7.In the same pressure cooker, heat the remaining oil over medium heat and cook shallots and garlic until softened, about 3 minutes.
8.Stir in the red wine, sun-dried tomatoes, rosemary, Worcestershire sauce, beef broth, and remaining water.
9.Add the lamb shanks back into the pressure cooker and top with the cooked beans.
10.Close and seal the pressure cooker and cook on high for 45 minutes.
11.Once done, release the pressure and let rest for 5 minutes before opening the lid.
12.Serve hot with cooked egg noodles and garnish with chopped parsley.

PROS

Pressure Cooker Tuscan Lamb Shanks are deliciously tender and full of flavor.

The pressure cooker cuts the cooking time in half, resulting in a quick and easy meal.

The use of beans adds a healthy dose of protein and fiber.

CONS

Lamb shanks can be expensive and hard to find in some regions.

Pressure cookers can be dangerous if not used correctly, follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

This recipe requires a pressure cooker, which not everyone may have in their kitchen.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb is a good source of protein, iron, and vitamin B12.
Beans add an excellent source of fiber and plant-based protein.
Sun-dried tomatoes contain lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of certain types of cancers.

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