BRAISED LAMB SHANKS

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Succulent braised lamb shanks slow cooked in a red wine, tomato, and fresh basil sauce. Serve with mushroom risotto and grilled zucchini.

Provided by Mrs Savage

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Lamb     Shanks

Time 3h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 large white onions, chopped
4 lamb shanks
2 cups dry red wine
1 cup balsamic vinegar
⅓ cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic, pressed
2 lemons, quartered
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 bunch fresh basil, chopped
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place the onions in a layer in the bottom of a Dutch oven or medium roasting pan with a lid. Arrange the lamb shanks on top of the onions. Pour the wine, balsamic vinegar and olive oil over the lamb. Place a clove of pressed garlic next to each shank, and a quarter of a lemon on each side. Pour the tomatoes over everything, then season with salt, pepper and basil.
  • Cover and place in the preheated oven. Cook for 3 hours. Use juices from the pan to make a nice flavorful gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572.4 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Cholesterol 86.3 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 32.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 1851.3 mg, Sugar 17.9 g

kyaw san lin
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I've never been a big fan of lamb, but this recipe changed my mind. The lamb shanks were so tender and juicy, and the sauce was amazing. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Sudip R magar
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The lamb shanks are fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a hit with my family.


chikos gaming
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I made this recipe for a special occasion and it was a huge success. The lamb shanks were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Marie Macawile
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The lamb shanks were fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


Jabbar Hassaan
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I've never been a big fan of lamb, but this recipe changed my mind. The lamb shanks were so tender and juicy, and the sauce was amazing. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Ridoy Raj
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The lamb shanks are fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a hit with my family.


Ruth Moloto
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I made this recipe for a special occasion and it was a huge success. The lamb shanks were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Venancy Omaryo
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The lamb shanks were fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


Jerry Denis
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I've never been a big fan of lamb, but this recipe changed my mind. The lamb shanks were so tender and juicy, and the sauce was amazing. I would definitely make this recipe again.


MAHI SEN
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The lamb shanks are fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a hit with my family.


Senorita Shahzadi
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The lamb shanks were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Sofienko Serhiivna
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This is one of my favorite recipes for lamb shanks. The meat is always so tender and the sauce is so flavorful. I usually serve it with mashed potatoes and green beans.


Aliyana Guerrero
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've made it with different types of vegetables and herbs, and it always turns out great. It's also a great dish to make ahead of time.


Clara Müller Benevides
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This was my first time cooking lamb shanks and I was really impressed. The recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The lamb was so tender and the sauce was delicious.


Lindiwe Malindi
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lamb shanks are so tender and juicy, and the sauce is perfect for spooning over rice or pasta.


JEFRY RICARDO
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This braised lamb shank recipe is a winner! The meat was fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a hit with my family.


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