Braised Lamb Shanks Recipe

Name: Braised Lamb Shanks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 lamb shanks (trimmed of fat); 1 large onion; 4 garlic cloves; 3 cups beef stock; 1 cup red wine; 1 tablespoon italian seasoning; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 cup flour; 1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper; 4 bay leaves; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Combine flour and pepper in large ziplock bag (I used a freezer bag).
2
Dredge lamb shanks in flour.
3
Thinly slice onion, mince garlic.
4
Heat oil in large frying pan.
5
Fry shanks until golden brown on each side.
6
Turn with tongs.
7
Place shanks in Dutch Oven, or large oven proof pot with lid.
8
Add minced garlic and bay leaves to pot.
9
Add onion slices to frying pan.
10
Cook stirring occasionally until onion is soft.
11
Add red wine to frying pan.
12
Cook stirring occasionally until slightly syrupy, approximately five minutes.
13
Pour onion mixture over shanks.
14
Sprinkle Italian seasoning over shanks.
15
Pour beef stock into pot.
16
Cook in 375 F oven for 2 hours and 15 minutes.
17
Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
18
If desired sauce may be thickened by removing lamb shanks to plate and simmering sauce on stove top for 15 minutes or until it coats the back of a spoon.
19
Return shanks to sauce to rewarm.

732

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 lamb shanks (trimmed of fat), 1 large onion, 4 garlic cloves, 3 cups beef stock, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Braised Lamb Shanks

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Variations & substitutions

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