Best 5 Curry Lamb Shanks With Potatoes Recipes

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Dive into the culinary journey of creating the ultimate comfort food with our exploration of "Curry Lamb Shanks with Potatoes." This hearty dish exudes rustic charm, blending the tender, fall-off-the-bone lamb shanks with velvety, aromatic curry sauce and a medley of perfectly roasted potatoes. Each bite promises a symphony of flavors, from the warm spices and herbs of the curry to the comforting warmth of the lamb and the earthy sweetness of the potatoes. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, let us guide you through the steps of creating this savory masterpiece that is sure to become a family favorite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CURRIED LAMB AND POTATOES



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Loads of rich flavors and spices make this a warming, inviting meal. It's a great way to impress at a family get-together. -Subrina Goosch, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

6 garlic cloves, minced, divided
3 tablespoons curry powder, divided
2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot, divided
2 teaspoons garam masala, divided
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon ground coriander, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1 teaspoon pepper, divided
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 pounds lamb shoulder blade chops
4 medium red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup chicken broth
1 small onion, chopped
Hot cooked brown rice and minced fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 3 garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon curry powder, 1 tablespoon ginger, 1 teaspoon garam masala, chili powder, paprika and thyme, 1/2 teaspoon coriander, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, cumin and olive oil. Add lamb chops; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight., Place potatoes in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Transfer lamb to slow cooker., Place tomatoes, broth, onion, and remaining garlic and seasonings in a blender; cover and process until blended. Pour over lamb and potatoes. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until meat is tender. When cool enough to handle, remove meat from bones; discard bones. Shred meat with two forks. Strain cooking juices, reserving potatoes; skim fat. Return lamb, cooking juices and reserved potatoes to slow cooker; heat through. If desired, serve with rice and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 935mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

LAMB SHANK AND POTATO CURRY



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Make and share this Lamb Shank and Potato Curry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by AmandaInOz

Categories     Curries

Time 4h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

4 small lamb shanks
100 g yoghurt
2 teaspoons garam masala
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 onions, halved and finely sliced
1 tablespoon gingerroot, finely grated
2 garlic cloves, finely grated
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 large potato, diced
1 teaspoon sea salt
400 ml water
200 g green beans
1 teaspoon nigella seeds
2 tablespoons fresh coriander
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom

Steps:

  • Wash the shanks and trim neatly.
  • Mix the yoghurt with the garam masala and massage into the shanks. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • Combine the spice mix ingredients.
  • Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large frypan and cook the onion until soft but not browned. Add the ginger, garlic, bay leaves and spice mix and cook for 3 minutes. Set aside.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tbsp oil in a heavy, lidded pot and brown the lamb shanks on all sides.
  • Add the onion mixture, tomato paste, diced potato, salt and 400ml water, and bring to a high simmer.
  • Cover and cook over gentle heat for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, until the lamb is tender and the sauce is thick.
  • Cook the beans in simmering salted water, drain and toss over the top. Scatter with nigella seeds and coriander and serve with warm naan bread and yoghurt, and rice pulao.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 867.9, Fat 48.5, SaturatedFat 16.1, Cholesterol 245.3, Sodium 847, Carbohydrate 29.9, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 6.9, Protein 76

MARINATED LAMB SHANKS CURRY WITH POTATOES



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Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup Basic Ginger-Garlic Paste (or store-bought)
2 to 2 1/2 pounds baby lamb shanks (4 to 6 ounces each), all visible fat trimmed
4 to 5 small russet potatoes (about 1 pound), peeled and halved
2 cups nonfat plain yogurt, whisked until smooth
2 teaspoons Garam Masala + 1/4 teaspoon for garnish
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 large tomatoes, finely chopped
1 to 3 fresh green chili pepper, such as serrano, minced with seeds
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground paprika or cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons fried fenugreek leaves
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare the ginger-garlic paste. Then, place the lamb shanks and potatoes in a large non-reactive bowl. Add the yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, 2 teaspoons garam masala, turmeric, and salt and mix well, making sure all the pieces are well-coated with the marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator, at least 4 and up to 24 hours.2. Heat the oil in a large nonstick wok or saucepan over medium heat and cook the onion until well-browned, 10 to 12 minutes. Add the tomatoes and green chili peppers and cook, stirring, until most of juices evaporate, about 7 minutes.3. Add the coriander, cumin, and paprika (or cayenne pepper), stir 1 minute then mix in the marinated meat and potatoes, plus all the marinade, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pan, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the lamb is tender and the sauce is as thin or thick as you desire, about 40 minutes, adding 1/2 to 1 cup of water, if needed.4. Mix in the fenugreek leaves during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle the garam masala and mint leaves on top, and serve hot.From "1,000 Indian Recipes." Copyright 2002 by Neelam Batra. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

LAMB SHANKS AND POTATOES



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Take it easy: Your slow cooker or oven can work delicious magic with our lamb dinner to fix and forget.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Lamb Recipes

Time 8h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes in puree
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons apricot jam
6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
3 strips orange zest
3/4 teaspoon crushed dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Coarse salt and ground pepper
3 1/2 pounds lamb shanks, trimmed of excess fat and cut into 1 1/2-inch-thick slices
1 1/4 pounds small new potatoes, scrubbed well, halved (or quartered, if large)

Steps:

  • In a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker, stir together tomatoes and puree, tomato paste, jam, garlic, orange zest, rosemary, ginger, and cinnamon. Season with salt and pepper. Add lamb and potatoes, stirring to combine.
  • Cover, and cook on low for 8 hours (or on high for 5 hours), until lamb and potatoes are tender. Season again with salt and pepper, if desired. Serve.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Follow step 1 (above), using a 5-quart Dutch oven or heavy pot with a tight fitting lid instead of the slow cooker. Add 2 cups water, and cover. Transfer to oven; cook until lamb and potatoes are tender, 2 to 2 1/2 hours.

SLOW COOKER LAMB CURRY WITH CAULIFLOWER, PEAS, AND POTATOES



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These lamb shanks are simmered in coconut milk and premade Thai seasoned stock, with tomatoes, red curry powder, peas, carrots, and potatoes. Serve with basmati rice.

Provided by Thedoctor Inthetardis Withrose

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Thai

Time 6h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds lamb shanks, on the bone
1 (32 fluid ounce) container Thai culinary stock
1 (14 ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk
12 ounces fire-roasted tomatoes
1 tablespoon red curry powder
1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste
salt to taste
1 head cauliflower, chopped
3 medium red potatoes, quartered
1 cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • Place lamb shanks, culinary stock, coconut milk, tomatoes, curry powder, red pepper, and salt together in the bottom of a slow cooker. Cook on High until lamb is tender and juices run clear when pierced with a knife, about 3 hours.
  • Skim the fat off of the top of the mixture. Mix in cauliflower, potatoes, and peas. Switch to Low and cook until vegetables are tender, about 3 hours more. Remove lamb meat from bones. Return meat to the slow cooker; discard bones.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 66.9 mg, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 412.1 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality lamb shanks for the best flavor and texture. Look for shanks that are meaty and have a good amount of marbling.
  • Browning the lamb shanks before braising them adds depth of flavor. Be sure to brown the shanks on all sides until they are well- browned.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in the braising liquid to add flavor and nutrition. Onions, carrots, celery, and garlic are all good choices.
  • Red wine adds a rich, complex flavor to the braising liquid. You can also use white wine or beer if you prefer.
  • Braising the lamb shanks for at least 2 hours allows the meat to become tender and fall off the bone.
  • Serve the lamb shanks with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious braising liquid.

Conclusion:

Curry lamb shanks with potatoes is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a cold winter night. The lamb shanks are braised in a rich and flavorful curry sauce until they are fall-off-the-bone tender. The potatoes are cooked in the same pot, so they soak up all of the delicious flavors. This dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

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