Cajun Braised Lamb Shank Recipe

Name: Cajun Braised Lamb Shank Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: lamb shanks (1 per person); celery, washed, chunky cuts; onions, peeled, thickly sliced; carrots, peeled, chunky cuts; fresh garlic, cut in half lengthwise,; whole peeled tomato (canned),; fresh thyme, stems removed; fresh oregano, stems removed, minced; Cajun spice-mix; sea salt; black pepper, crushed; fresh parsley, minced; 2 Tbsp. brown sugar; balsamic vinegar; red wine; extra virgin olive oil; potatoes, butter, nutmeg and lowfat milk

Servings: persons

lamb shanks (1 per person)
celery, washed, chunky cuts
onions, peeled, thickly sliced
carrots, peeled, chunky cuts
fresh garlic, cut in half lengthwise,
whole peeled tomato (canned),
fresh thyme, stems removed
fresh oregano, stems removed, minced
Cajun spice-mix
sea salt
black pepper, crushed
fresh parsley, minced
2 Tbsp. brown sugar
balsamic vinegar
red wine
extra virgin olive oil
potatoes, butter, nutmeg and lowfat milk

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["Wash the lamb shanks and pat dry with a paper towel.", "In the sauce pan, heat the oil and start browning the shanks, turning to have an even color all over. Lightly brush inside of baking dish with oil (to prevent sticking).", "Set shanks in baking dish after browning and rub generously with Cajun spice mix.", "In sauce pan, pour a big dollop of extra virgin olive oil and start sweating the onions that have been cut into thick slices, (1 cm thick); fry till onions are slightly golden as this will improve the flavor. Add in the Celery, and carrot chunks.", "Sweat lightly, add in garlic and all the fresh herbs, then the tins of whole peeled tomato.", "Add in two c. of boiling water to the sauce and bring to the boil.", "These ingredients don't need to cook anymore as they will continue to cook during braising in the oven.", "In a small frying pan, combine the brown sugar and balsamic to make syrup (you only need about 25ml.", "of this as it is a taste enhancer).", "Add in this syrup to the tomato sauce and stir.", "Season the sauce with a big helping of sea salt, remembering which the lamb will absorb the salt.", "Pour the sauce into the braising pan with the Cajun seasoned lamb. ""

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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.
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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: lamb shanks (1 per person), celery, washed, chunky cuts, onions, peeled, thickly sliced, carrots, peeled, chunky cuts, and more.

Yes, Cajun Braised Lamb Shank Recipe 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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