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Slow-Cooked Lamb Shanks with Herb-Infused Gravy

A comforting dish featuring tender lamb shanks slow-cooked in a delicious herb-infused gravy, perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Mediterranean
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces lamb shanks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups onions, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups vegetable broth or beef broth if feeling indulgent
  • 1 cup red wine the more robust, the better
  • 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Sear the lamb shanks in a large skillet over medium heat with olive oil until beautifully browned on all sides.
  2. Add chopped onions and minced garlic into the skillet and sauté until onions become translucent, about 5 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Transfer the browned shanks to a slow cooker atop the sautéed onions and garlic. Pour in the vegetable broth and red wine.
  2. Sprinkle rosemary and thyme over the mixture, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Cover and slow cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours until the meat is tender and falls off the bone.
  4. Remove the shanks and thicken the leftover liquid for gravy by simmering in a saucepan until it thickens. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Notes

Wine alternatives include broth or apple cider vinegar mixed with grape juice. Add carrots and potatoes for a full meal in one pot, adjusting cooking times accordingly. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.