Description
Apple vinegar Braised Lamb Shanks are a delightful culinary experience that combines rich flavors with tender, fall-off-the-bone meat. This dish is perfect for both intimate family dinners and festive gatherings, showcasing the unique tang of apple vinegar while enhancing the lamb’s natural richness. Fresh herbs and aromatic vegetables round out the taste, making this recipe a standout choice for any occasion. With straightforward instructions, even novice cooks can master this impressive dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lamb shanks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups apple vinegar
- 2 cups beef broth
- Fresh rosemary
- Fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Sear the lamb shanks in olive oil over medium-high heat until browned on all sides (4-5 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for an additional minute before adding apple vinegar and beef broth; scrape up browned bits.
- Return lamb shanks to the pot with fresh herbs. Cover and simmer on low heat for 2-3 hours until tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamb shank (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg