Braised Lamb Shank with Velvety Roasted Garlic Puree
Indulge in the rich flavors of Braised Lamb Shank with Velvety Roasted Garlic Puree, a dish that beautifully marries comfort and elegance. This savory recipe features tender lamb shanks braised to perfection in aromatic ingredients, creating a depth of flavor that will impress your guests. The velvety roasted garlic puree adds a delightful twist, elevating every bite. Perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, this dish is both simple to prepare and visually stunning, making it an ideal centerpiece for any meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lamb shanks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 cup apple vinegar
- 2 cups beef or lamb stock
- 2 sprigs rosemary
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by chopping the onion, carrots, celery, and mincing the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the lamb shanks until browned on all sides (about 8-10 minutes) and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté the chopped vegetables until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in tomato paste and deglaze with apple vinegar, scraping up any browned bits.
- Return the lamb shanks to the pot, add stock and rosemary sprigs, bring to a simmer, cover, and braise for about 2-3 hours until tender.
- Prepare the roasted garlic puree separately by roasting garlic cloves until soft and blending with olive oil until smooth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamb shank (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 120mg