Lamb Shanks Hestia With Cucumber Raita Recipe

Name: Lamb Shanks Hestia With Cucumber Raita
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lamb shanks (about 1 1/4 pounds each); Cooking spray; 1 1/2 cups chopped onion; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup dry Marsala or Madeira; 1 cup low-salt beef broth; 1 cup tomato sauce; 1 teaspoon dried rosemary; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick; 1 cup golden raisins; Mint sprigs (optional)

Servings: persons

4 lamb shanks (about 1 1/4 pounds each)
Cooking spray
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup dry Marsala or Madeira
1 cup low-salt beef broth
1 cup tomato sauce
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick
1 cup golden raisins
Mint sprigs (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Rinse lamb with cold water; pat dry.
3
Heat a large Dutch oven coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Add 2 lamb shanks; cook 10 minutes, browning on all sides. Remove from pan. Repeat procedure with remaining lamb; remove from pan.
4
Add onion and garlic to pan; saute 2 minutes. Add dry Marsala; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add broth, tomato sauce, rosemary, salt, pepper, and cinnamon stick.
5
Return lamb to pan; bring mixture to a simmer. Cover pan and bake at 350u00b0 for 1 hour.
6
Remove lamb mixture from oven; stir in raisins. Cover and bake an additional 45 minutes or until lamb is tender. Remove cinnamon stick; discard. Serve lamb with pan sauce and Cucumber Raita. Garnish with mint sprigs, if desired.
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(Totals include Cucumber Raita)

631

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 shanks (about 1 1/4 pounds each), Cooking spray, 1 1/2 cups chopped onion, 6 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Lamb Shanks Hestia With Cucumber Raita falls under the Soups & Stews 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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Lamb Shanks Hestia With Cucumber Raita

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