Braised Lamb Shanks Recipe

Name: Braised Lamb Shanks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil; 6 lamb shanks small; 2 onions medium, thinly sliced; 3 cloves garlic thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon sweet paprika; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 3 cups chicken stock; 13 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes; 14 ounces couscous; 2 cups vegetable stock warmed; 1 tablespoon butter; 1/4 cup fresh mint shredded; 1/2 cup slivered almonds toasted; 2 tablespoons lemon zest; yogurt to garnish; cilantro leaves fresh, to garnish; lemon wedges to serve

Servings: persons

1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
6 lamb shanks small
2 onions medium, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic thinly sliced
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 cups chicken stock
13 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes
14 ounces couscous
2 cups vegetable stock warmed
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup fresh mint shredded
1/2 cup slivered almonds toasted
2 tablespoons lemon zest
yogurt to garnish
cilantro leaves fresh, to garnish
lemon wedges to serve

1
Preheat oven to 300u00b0F. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large Dutch oven over high heat. Cook lamb, in batches, until seared. Remove lamb. Reduce heat to medium-low, add remaining oil, onion and garlic and sweat for 5 mins, or until onion softens. Add spices and cook for 1 min, or until fragrant. Return lamb to pot along with stock and tomato. Bring to a boil then transfer to oven for 2 hours and 15 mins, or until lamb is tender.
2
Meanwhile, place couscous in a large bowl. Add hot stock and butter, cover with plastic wrap and set aside for 5 mins, or until liquid is absorbed. Using a fork, fluff and separate grains. Add mint, almonds and lemon zest.
3
Distribute couscous between serving plates. Add lamb and top with yogurt and fresh cilantro. Serve with lemon wedges.

964

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

101

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil, 6 lamb shanks small, 2 onions medium, thinly sliced, 3 cloves garlic thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Braised 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.

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Braised Lamb Shanks

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