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Succulent Stout-Braised Lamb Shanks with Aromatic Vegetables are a must-try dish!

Succulent Stout-Braised Lamb Shanks with Aromatic Vegetables are a must-try dish that combines tender lamb with rich flavors from stout beer and aromatic vegetables.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lamb shanks about 1.5 pounds each
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup stout beer such as Guinness
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. In a large, oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the lamb shanks with salt and pepper, then sear them in the pot until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the shanks and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Pour in the stout beer, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze. Bring to a simmer and let it reduce for about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in the beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, Worcestershire sauce, and balsamic vinegar. Return the lamb shanks to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid.
  6. Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven. Braise for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.
  7. Once done, remove the pot from the oven. Discard the bay leaves and skim any excess fat from the surface.
  8. Serve the lamb shanks with the braising liquid and vegetables spooned over the top. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1shank with vegetablesCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 40gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of brown sugar or honey to the braising liquid.
  • Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

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