Lamb Shanks Mediterranean Recipe

Name: Lamb Shanks Mediterranean
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 lbs lamb shanks; 2 onions; 2 zucchini; 6 carrots; 2 garlic cloves; 2 teaspoons basil; 1 teaspoon oregano; 1 teaspoon mint; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 cup dry white wine; 3 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh is best); 1 (6 ounce) can pitted whole olives, drained; 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 lbs lamb shanks
2 onions
2 zucchini
6 carrots
2 garlic cloves
2 teaspoons basil
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon mint
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup dry white wine
3 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh is best)
1 (6 ounce) can pitted whole olives, drained
1/2 teaspoon pepper

1
Chop the onions, zucchini, carrots, and garlic.
2
In a large stock pot or dutch oven, heat the oil over medium high heat. Cook the lamb shanks, 2 at a time, turning until browned on all sides. Remove shanks to a plate.
3
Drain off all but 1 tablespoon drippings from the pan. Add the onions and cook about 8 minutes until golden. Stir in zucchini and carrots and cook, stirring, about 3 minutes.
4
Stir in garlic, basil, oregano, mint, tomato sauce, and wine. Heat to boiling. Add lamb shanks and press them into the sauce.
5
Cover, reduce heat to medium low, and simmer 3-3 1/2 hours, until lamb is very tender and falls away from the bone.
6
Stir in lemon juice, olives, and pepper. Serve over orzo or rice.

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 4 lbs lamb shanks, 2 onions, 2 zucchini, and more.

Yes, Lamb Shanks Mediterranean 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.

Lamb Shanks Mediterranean

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions