Yummy Lamb Stifado Recipe

Name: Yummy Lamb Stifado
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 -3 lamb shanks; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 red onions, finely chopped; 1 white onion, finely chopped; 4 -5 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 250 ml red wine; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 (400 g) tin of italian chopped tomatoes; 1 (200 g) box passata; 2 bay leaves; 3 stalks fresh rosemary (or 2tsps dried); 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon mixed spice; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; salt and pepper; 1 tablespoon clear honey; feta, crumbled on top to serve

Servings: persons

2 -3 lamb shanks
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 red onions, finely chopped
1 white onion, finely chopped
4 -5 garlic cloves, finely chopped
250 ml red wine
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 (400 g) tin of italian chopped tomatoes
1 (200 g) box passata
2 bay leaves
3 stalks fresh rosemary (or 2tsps dried)
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon mixed spice
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon clear honey
feta, crumbled on top to serve

1
Preheat oven to 140 - 150oc (the lower the temperature and the longer you cook the Lamb the more tender it will be).
2
In a large saucepan pour enough olive oil to cover the base of the pan. On a low heat, add the finely chopped onion and garlic and sweat for a few minutes
3
Once the onions are softened add the tinned tomatos, passata, red wine, vinegar,bay leaves, herbs, spices, and salt and pepper and turn up the heat to medium.
4
Once sauce is bubbling, add the honey. Turn heat down and leave to simmer uncovered.
5
Whilst the sauce is simmering, brown the Lamb shanks on all sides in a dry frying pan on a high heat.
6
Place the Lamb in a large casserole dish and pour the sauce over.
7
Cover the casserole dish and place into the oven for 2 1/2 - 3 hours, turning Lamb every 30 - 40 minutes.
8
Once the meat is falling off the bone, remove the Lamb from the dish and cut into chunks (the Lamb will be so tender you could do this with a spoon).
9
Return the Lamb to the dish and remove bay leaves. Cook for a further 20 - 30 minutes.
10
Crumble feta over the Lamb to serve.
11
YUMMY! ;-).

545

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

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.

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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: 2 -3 lamb shanks, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 red onions, finely chopped, 1 white onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Yummy Lamb Stifado 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!

Yummy Lamb Stifado

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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