Apple Vinegar & Herb Lamb Shanks with Roasted Potatoes
Indulge in the savory delight of apple vinegar & Herb Lamb Shanks with Roasted Potatoes, a dish that promises to captivate your taste buds and impress your guests. This recipe features tender lamb shanks slow-cooked to perfection in a fragrant sauce made from apple vinegar and fresh herbs. Served alongside golden roasted potatoes, this meal is ideal for cozy family dinners or elegant gatherings. The combination of rich flavors and comforting ingredients makes it a standout on any table, showcasing effortless gourmet dining right at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lamb shanks (about 2 lbs total)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 carrots, chopped
- 3 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup apple vinegar
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- Fresh rosemary, thyme, and bay leaves
Instructions
- Season the lamb shanks with salt and pepper.
- In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear the lamb shanks until browned on all sides (about 4-5 minutes per side). Remove from the pot.
- Sauté onions until translucent; then add carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in apple vinegar to deglaze the pot; stir in beef broth and tomato paste. Return lamb shanks along with herbs to the pot.
- Cover and reduce heat to low; simmer for about 2-3 hours until tender.
- Serve hot with roasted potatoes or your choice of sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamb shank (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 105mg