Red Wine Braised Lamb Shank with Carrots & Herbs
Indulge in the rich flavors of Red Wine Braised Lamb Shank with Carrots & Herbs, a dish that transforms tender lamb shanks into an extraordinary culinary experience. Perfect for special occasions or family dinners, this recipe features shanks simmered in a luscious red wine sauce, complemented by sweet carrots and fragrant herbs. The slow-cooking method ensures the lamb becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender while the sauce develops deep and complex flavors. Pair it with creamy polenta, garlic mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of this delightful sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lamb shanks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 large carrots, cut into chunks
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 cups beef or veal stock
- Fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add olive oil.
- Season lamb shanks with salt and pepper; brown on all sides (4-5 minutes) before removing them from the pot.
- Sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in tomato paste and pour in red wine, scraping up brown bits; simmer for 2 minutes.
- Return lamb shanks to the pot; add stock and thyme.
- Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 2–3 hours until tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamb shank (350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 150mg