Braised Lamb Shanks With Peppers And Garlic Recipe

Name: Braised Lamb Shanks With Peppers And Garlic
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lamb shanks (4 1/2 pounds); 1 1/4 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 24 cloves garlic, peeled; 12 cloves garlic, unpeeled; 6 bay leaves; 6 sprigs thyme; 1 tablespoon thyme leaves; 3 1/2 cups chicken stock; 1 large red bell pepper, cut in 1/4 inch strips; 1 large yellow bell pepper, cut in 1/4 inch strips; 1 tablespoon butter

Servings: persons

4 lamb shanks (4 1/2 pounds)
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
24 cloves garlic, peeled
12 cloves garlic, unpeeled
6 bay leaves
6 sprigs thyme
1 tablespoon thyme leaves
3 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 large red bell pepper, cut in 1/4 inch strips
1 large yellow bell pepper, cut in 1/4 inch strips
1 tablespoon butter

1
Preheat oven 300 degrees.
2
Sprinkle shanks with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper.
3
Place shanks in oven-proof pot just large enough to hold them.
4
Add 12 unpeeled garlic cloves, bay leaves, and thyme sprigs.
5
On stove top, cook over moderate heat until browned.
6
(15 minutes).
7
Cover and put in the ovent for 2 hours or til very tender.
8
Turn every 20 minutes.
9
Remove the pot from oven and let stand covered for 20 minutes.
10
Remove the shanks and set aside.
11
Add chicken broth to pot and boil over high heat, scraping brown bits from bottom of the pot.
12
Boil until reduced to 2 cups.
13
Skim frequently.
14
(about 10 minutes).
15
Strain stock and return to pot.
16
Add peeled garlic cloves and simmer til tender.
17
(20 minutes).
18
Return lamb to casserole.
19
Add peppers and thyme leaves.
20
Cover and cook til peppers are tender.
21
(10 minutes).
22
Transfer shanks to serving plates.
23
Stir butter into the saunde and season with remaining salt and pepper.
24
Spoon sauce around shanks.

733

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lamb shanks (4 1/2 pounds), 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper, 24 cloves garlic, peeled, and more.

Yes, Braised Lamb Shanks With Peppers And Garlic 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 With Peppers And Garlic

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