Braised Lamb Shanks Recipe

Name: Braised Lamb Shanks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lamb; 1 tablespoon Bertolli Classico Olive Oil; 2 red onion; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic sliced; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 jar bertolli vineyard premium collections fire roasted tomato with cabernet sauvignon sauce; 2 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 2-inch-thick slices; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 cinnamon stick; 1 tablespoon soy sauce

Servings: persons

4 lamb
1 tablespoon Bertolli Classico Olive Oil
2 red onion
1 tablespoon fresh ginger finely chopped
4 cloves garlic sliced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons paprika
1 jar bertolli vineyard premium collections fire roasted tomato with cabernet sauvignon sauce
2 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 2-inch-thick slices
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 cinnamon stick
1 tablespoon soy sauce

1
Heat Olive Oil in deep 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat and brown lamb, turning once, about 30 minutes. Remove lamb from skillet and set aside.
2
Add onions to same skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until lighty golden. Stir in ginger, garlic, paprika, red pepper flakes and Sauce. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients except potatoes and lamb. Return to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, then return lamb to skillet. Simmer covered 1 hour.
3
Season lamb, if desired, with salt and pepper.
4
Stir in potatoes and simmer covered an additional 1 hour or until potatoes and lamb are tender.

639

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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: 4 lamb, 1 tablespoon Bertolli Classico Olive Oil, 2 red onion, 1 tablespoon fresh ginger finely chopped, 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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