Lamb Shanks Braised with Anise and Orange Recipe

Name: Lamb Shanks Braised with Anise and Orange
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 whole star anise; 6 lamb shanks (about 1 pound each), fat and sinew trimmed; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 3 cups chopped onions; 2 1/2 cups chopped celery; 1 1/2 cups chopped carrots; 2 tablespoons chopped garlic; 4 cups chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth; 4 cups beef stock or canned beef broth; 1 cup orange juice; 2 1/2 tablespoons grated orange peel; 1 tablespoon honey

Servings: persons

8 whole star anise
6 lamb shanks (about 1 pound each), fat and sinew trimmed
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups chopped onions
2 1/2 cups chopped celery
1 1/2 cups chopped carrots
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
4 cups chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth
4 cups beef stock or canned beef broth
1 cup orange juice
2 1/2 tablespoons grated orange peel
1 tablespoon honey

1
Finely grind star anise in spice grinder or in mortar with pestle.
2
Rub half of ground star anise over lamb shanks.
3
Sprinkle lamb with salt and pepper.
4
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat.
5
Working in batches, add lamb to pot; brown on all sides, about 12 minutes per batch.
6
Transfer lamb to bowl.
7
Add 1 tablespoon oil to pot; add onions, celery, carrots and garlic and saute until golden, about 10 minutes.
8
Return lamb to pot.
9
Add all stock, orange juice, peel and remaining star anise.
10
Bring to boil.
11
Reduce heat; cover and simmer until lamb is tender, about 1 hour 45 minutes.
12
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
13
Cover and chill.
14
Rewarm over medium heat before continuing.)
15
Transfer lamb to large bowl.
16
Cover with foil.
17
Working in batches, transfer cooking liquid and vegetables to processor; puree until smooth.
18
Return liquid to pot.
19
Boil until liquid is reduced to 6 cups, about 20 minutes.
20
Mix in honey.
21
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
22
Pour over lamb and serve.

1139

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

120

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

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.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 whole star anise, 6 lamb shanks (about 1 pound each), fat and sinew trimmed, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 3 cups chopped onions, and more.

Yes, Lamb Shanks Braised with Anise and Orange 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!

Lamb Shanks Braised with Anise and Orange

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions