Pyrenees-Style Lamb Braised With Red Pepper

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1
Pyrenees-Style Lamb Braised With Red Pepper recipe for a hearty dinner
in Lamb

Prep

30 min

Cook

240 min

Ready In

270 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

6 french-trimmed lamb shanks
sea salt
pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped thyme
100 ml olive oil
2 onions , finely chopped
4 garlic cloves , finely chopped
5 red bell peppers , seeds removed , finely chopped
6 large vine-ripened tomatoes , peeled , seeds removed , chopped
3 fresh bay leaves
2 cups white wine
4 cups water
1/4 cup spanish sweet paprika

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
555
Sugar
6g
Fat
35g
Pyrenees-Style Lamb Braised with Red Pepper is a classic French dish that is perfect for a hearty dinner. The dish is simple to make, and the end result is a beautifully tender lamb with a deliciously rich sauce and subtle hints of sweet paprika. The lamb shanks are braised in a mix of tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, and spices until they are fall-off-the-bone tender. This dish is perfect served alongside crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes. If you're looking for a hearty dinner recipe that's sure to impress, give this Pyrenees-Style Lamb Braised with Red Pepper recipe a try.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 160°C/320°F.
2.Season the lamb shanks with sea salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon of thyme.
3.In a large, oven-proof casserole dish, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
4.Add the lamb shanks, and brown on all sides for 10 minutes.
5.Remove the lamb shanks and set aside.
6.Add the onions, garlic, and red peppers to the same casserole dish.
7.Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes.
8.Add the tomatoes, remaining thyme, bay leaves, and sweet paprika.
9.Cook for another 5 minutes.
10.Add the lamb shanks back to the casserole dish.
11.Pour in the white wine and enough water to just cover the lamb shanks.
12.Cover the casserole dish with a lid, and transfer to the oven.
13.Cook for 3-4 hours or until the lamb is very tender.

PROS

This hearty dish is packed full of flavor and is sure to impress your dinner guests.

The lamb shanks are cooked to perfection, falling off the bone with each bite.

CONS

This dish takes some time to prepare and cook, so it’s not ideal for a quick weekday meal.

It’s a high-fat dish, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb is a great source of protein, zinc, and vitamin B12 which is essential for maintaining a healthy nervous system and red blood cells.
Red peppers are rich in vitamins A and C, which are great for boosting the immune system and promoting healthy skin.

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