Jul 14 2026
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Braised Lamb Shank Recipe

Inspired by The Temple Bar
Time3h
Serves2

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Begin by chopping the onion, carrots, and celery into small, even pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.

  2. 2

    Season the Lamb

    Generously season the lamb shanks with salt and black pepper on all sides.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sear the Lamb Shanks

    In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned lamb shanks and sear them for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are browned. Remove the shanks and set them aside.

  2. 4

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In the same pot, add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

  3. 5

    Deglaze with Wine

    Pour in the red wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.

  4. 6

    Add Remaining Ingredients

    Add the beef or chicken broth, canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), rosemary, thyme, bay leaves, and the seared lamb shanks back into the pot. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

  5. 7

    Braise the Lamb

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it braise for about 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the lamb is tender and falling off the bone. Check occasionally and add more broth or water if necessary.

Serving

  1. 8

    Serve the Lamb Shank

    Once done, remove the lamb shanks from the pot and let them rest for a few minutes. Strain the sauce if desired, and serve the lamb shanks with the braising liquid over them. Enjoy with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.

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