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Slow-Cooked Lamb Shanks with Herb-Infused Gravy

Slow-Cooked Lamb Shanks with Herb-Infused Gravy

  • Author: easysweetmeal
  • Total Time: 7–8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Slow-Cooked Lamb Shanks are fall-off-the-bone tender in a rich, herb-infused gravy. Seared for flavor, then slow-cooked with vegetables, herbs, and savory stock, this dish pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes or polenta.

Ingredients

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  • 4 lamb shanks
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 cups beef or lamb stock
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water (for thickening)

Instructions

1. Sear the Lamb Shanks

  1. Season lamb shanks with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear lamb shanks on all sides until browned.
  4. Transfer the seared lamb to a slow cooker.

2. Prepare the Aromatics

  1. In the same skillet, sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add garlic and tomato paste; cook for another 1–2 minutes.
  3. Deglaze the pan with balsamic vinegar, scraping up any browned bits for extra flavor.

3. Slow Cook

  1. Transfer the vegetable mixture to the slow cooker with the lamb.
  2. Add stock, Worcestershire sauce, rosemary, thyme, and bay leaves.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 4–5 hours until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.

4. Make the Gravy

  1. Remove lamb shanks and set them aside, keeping warm.
  2. Strain the cooking liquid into a saucepan, discarding solids and herbs.
  3. Simmer over medium heat.
  4. If desired, whisk in the cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened to a gravy consistency.

Notes

  • Remove bay leaves before serving.
  • For an extra touch, finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or grated Parmesan.
  • Serve with a side of buttery mashed potatoes or polenta for a classic pairing.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7–8 hours (low) or 4–5 hours (high)
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean / European

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