Braised Lamb Shank With Radishes And Rice Noodles

Name: Braised Lamb Shank With Radishes And Rice Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds lamb shank (about 2 shanks); 4-5 star anise, whole; 3-4 slices of ginger; 3-4 large garlic cloves, smashed; 2 green onions, sliced into 2-inch pieces; 10-12 radishes, ends trimmed; 1/4 cup Chinese shaoxing wine (but any other will work, too); 2-3 sprigs rosemary; 1/4-1/2 cups soy sauce, depending on how salty you prefer; 1/4 cup water, with more if the liquid boils down too much; 3-4 tablespoons sugar; 2 bundles rice stick noodles; 1 tablespoon chili oil, garlic chili paste, or Sriracha; 1/3 cup cilantro, chopped

Servings: persons

2 pounds lamb shank (about 2 shanks)
4-5 star anise, whole
3-4 slices of ginger
3-4 large garlic cloves, smashed
2 green onions, sliced into 2-inch pieces
10-12 radishes, ends trimmed
1/4 cup Chinese shaoxing wine (but any other will work, too)
2-3 sprigs rosemary
1/4-1/2 cups soy sauce, depending on how salty you prefer
1/4 cup water, with more if the liquid boils down too much
3-4 tablespoons sugar
2 bundles rice stick noodles
1 tablespoon chili oil, garlic chili paste, or Sriracha
1/3 cup cilantro, chopped

1
Bring water to boil in a large pot. Place lamb shanks into the water and parboil for 5-10 minutes, skimming off any scum that forms. Drain.
2
Place the shanks back in the pot with star anise, ginger, garlic, green onions, half the radishes, cooking wine, rosemary, soy sauce, water, and sugar. Simmer over medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes. Add the remaining radishes and continue to simmer for about 20 more minutes, or until the sauce reduces. You may need to add more water if the sauce boils down too much.
3
In the meantime, soak rice stick noodles in warm water for about 5-10 minutes. When they have softened somewhat, add the noodles to the pot, stir well to submerge (again, you may need to add a bit more water) and cover, simmering for another 10 minutes or until noodles are ready.
4
Last, add the chili paste (optional) and cilantro. Serve!

1546

kcal

Calories

Fat

168

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds lamb shank (about 2 shanks), 4-5 star anise, whole, 3-4 slices of ginger, 3-4 large garlic cloves, smashed, and more.

Yes, Braised Lamb Shank With Radishes And Rice Noodles falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!