Andrew'S Tender Lamb Shanks Recipe

Name: Andrew'S Tender Lamb Shanks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lamb shanks, french trimmed; 1/2 onion, roughly chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; salt and pepper, to taste; 3 stalks celery, roughly chopped; 1 clove garlic, chopped; 2 bay leaves; 4 -6 cloves; 300 ml dry white wine; 1 liter chicken stock; For the gravy; 4 tablespoons flour or 4 tablespoons cornstarch; 4 tablespoons water

Servings: persons

2 lamb shanks, french trimmed
1/2 onion, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt and pepper, to taste
3 stalks celery, roughly chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
2 bay leaves
4 -6 cloves
300 ml dry white wine
1 liter chicken stock
For the gravy
4 tablespoons flour or 4 tablespoons cornstarch
4 tablespoons water

1
Heat a little olive oil in a large pan.
2
Season the lamb and brown the shanks all over in the oil, then take out of the pan and set aside.
3
Add the onion, celery, garlic, bay leaves and cloves and cook gently until browned.
4
Pour in the wine and continue cooking until it has reduced down to a syrup.
5
Put the contents of the frying pan into a baking dish along with the shanks and pour over the stock.
6
Season again to taste.
7
Cover the baking dish and cook in a low heat in the oven (about 150 C) for 2-1/2 to 3 hours, until the meat is tender.
8
Take the dish out of the oven.
9
Transfer the lamb to a plate and cover to keep warm.
10
Strain the stock into a frying pan or small saucepan and heat until simmering.
11
Mix the flour and water together until there are no lumps and then add to the stock, allowing to cook until you have a gravy that is thick to your liking.
12
Place the lamb shanks on a bed of mashed potatoes and pour the gravy over.

668

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lamb shanks, french trimmed, 1/2 onion, roughly chopped, 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt and pepper, to taste, and more.

Yes, Andrew'S Tender Lamb Shanks falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Andrew'S Tender Lamb Shanks

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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