Stewed Lamb Shanks Recipe

Name: Stewed Lamb Shanks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 each lamb shanks bones cracked; 4 teaspoons kosher salt; 5 cloves garlic minced; 1 large onions diced; 4 medium carrots diced; 3 stalks celery diced; 1 cup red wine dry; 28 ounces tomatoes in puree; 1 pound great northern beans dried; 8 cups chicken broth; 3 sprigs rosemary leaves; 2 each bay leaves

Servings: persons

8 each lamb shanks bones cracked
4 teaspoons kosher salt
5 cloves garlic minced
1 large onions diced
4 medium carrots diced
3 stalks celery diced
1 cup red wine dry
28 ounces tomatoes in puree
1 pound great northern beans dried
8 cups chicken broth
3 sprigs rosemary leaves
2 each bay leaves

1
Soak the beans overnight in water to cover and drain.
2
Season lamb shanks with 1 teaspoon of the salt and pepper to taste.
3
In a large deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
4
Add the lamb shanks on all sides about 10 minutes.
5
Remove browned shanks to a platter.
6
Add the garlic, carrots, onions and celery to the skillet and cook until softened, about 10 minutes.
7
Pour in the wine and cook 2 minutes.
8
Transfer mixture to a large stockpot.
9
Add the tomatoes, using back of spoon to break up.
10
Add the beans, shanks, stock, rosemary and bay leaves.
11
Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and skim surface as needed.
12
Cover and cook until lamb and beans are tender, about 2 hours.
13
Skim as much fat as possible from surface.
14
Remove shanks, using tongs, to 8 individual plates.
15
Season the bean mixture with salt andamp; pepper if needed.
16
Discard the rosemary and bay leaves.
17
Using a slotted spoon, arrange some of the bean mixture around each lamb shank.
18
Serve immediately

1625

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

213

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 each lamb shanks bones cracked, 4 teaspoons kosher salt, 5 cloves garlic minced, 1 large onions diced, and more.

Yes, Stewed Lamb Shanks 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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Stewed Lamb Shanks

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