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Rustic Slow-Braised Lamb Shanks with Velvety Red Wine Rosemary Gravy

Tender lamb shanks slow-braised in a rich red wine and rosemary gravy, perfect for a comforting dinner.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 lamb shanks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 cups dry red wine
  • 3 cups beef stock
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Season the lamb shanks generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the lamb shanks on all sides until deeply browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook until the wine reduces slightly, about 5 minutes.
  6. Add the beef stock, rosemary sprigs, and bay leaves. Return the lamb shanks to the pot, nestling them into the liquid.
  7. Cover and cook on low heat (or in a 325°F oven) for 2.5 to 3 hours, until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.
  8. Remove the lamb shanks and keep warm. Optional: whisk flour with a little water to make a slurry, then stir into the pot and simmer for 5 minutes to thicken the gravy.
  9. Serve the lamb shanks with the velvety gravy spooned over the top.

Notes

For extra depth, add a tablespoon of balsamic vinegar along with the red wine. This dish pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.

  • Author: Chef Stella
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Rustic European

Nutrition

  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Protein: 45 g