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Balsamic Braised Lamb Shanks

Tender lamb shanks braised in a rich balsamic vinegar sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Lamb Shanks
  • 4 pieces lamb shanks about 1 pound each
Vegetables
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for searing
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium carrots chopped
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
Liquids and Seasoning
  • 1 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 cups beef broth or stock
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Season the lamb shanks with salt and pepper.
Searing
  1. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the lamb shanks on all sides until browned, about 8-10 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Remove the shanks and set aside. In the same pot, add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in balsamic vinegar, beef broth, honey, and thyme. Bring to a simmer.
  3. Return the lamb shanks to the pot, cover, and transfer to the oven. Braise for 2-2.5 hours until the meat is tender.
Serving
  1. Remove the shanks from the pot and let rest for a few minutes. Skim excess fat from the sauce, then serve the shanks with sauce drizzled over.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 45gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Serve with mashed potatoes or polenta for a complete meal.

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