Braised Lamb Shank with Velvety Roasted Garlic Puree
Indulge in a culinary delight with our Braised Lamb Shank with Velvety Roasted Garlic Puree. This dish features tender lamb shanks slow-cooked to perfection, marrying rich flavors with the smoothness of roasted garlic puree. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe is simple enough for novice cooks to master while impressing guests with its gourmet appeal. The hearty nature of the braised lamb, complemented by the creamy garlic puree, creates a comforting meal that’s sure to become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lamb shanks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 chopped onion
- 2 chopped carrots
- 2 chopped celery stalks
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 cup apple vinegar
- 2 cups beef or lamb stock
- 2 sprigs rosemary
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season lamb shanks with salt and pepper, then brown on all sides (about 5 minutes). Remove from the pot.
- In the same pot, sauté onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened (5-7 minutes). Stir in tomato paste.
- Deglaze the pot with apple vinegar, simmering for 2 minutes.
- Return lamb shanks to the pot along with stock and rosemary sprigs. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and transfer to the oven for about 2 hours, or until tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg