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Easy Braised Lamb Shanks Recipe

Easy Braised Lamb Shanks Recipe
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Tender, flavorful lamb shanks braised in a rich red wine and tomato sauce, served with vegetables and a savory braising liquid. This easy braised lamb shanks recipe is perfect for a special dinner or a cozy family meal.

Ingredients

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For Spice Mix

  • 2 1/4 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon sweet Spanish paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

For Lamb

  • 6 American lamb shanks
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped
  • 2 celery ribs, chopped
  • 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into large pieces
  • 1 pound baby potatoes, scrubbed
  • 2 cups red wine like Merlot
  • 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 28-ounce can peeled tomatoes
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a small bowl, combine all the spice mix ingredients. Pat the lamb shanks dry, season with the spice mix, and set aside.
  2. In a large Dutch oven pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb shanks in batches. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add onions, celery, carrots, and potatoes to the pot. Saute until vegetables are colored. Add red wine, scrape the pot, and let the wine reduce.
  4. Stir in broth, tomatoes, cinnamon, thyme, and rosemary. Return lamb shanks to the pot. Boil, then transfer to the oven.
  5. Cover and braise in the oven for 2 1/2 hours. Check and add liquid if needed.
  6. While lamb cooks, prepare rice or orzo pasta.
  7. Serve lamb shanks with vegetables and sauce over rice or orzo. Enjoy!

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Keywords: Braised Lamb, Lamb Shanks, Red Wine, Dinner Recipe

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