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Spice-Braised Lamb Shanks

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3h 20min

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4 servings

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These tender and flavorful spice-braised lamb shanks are a comforting and impressive meal that's perfect for special occasions or cozy dinners at home. The lamb shanks are slowly simmered in a rich and aromatic broth infused with warm spices like cinnamon, cumin, and coriander, creating a dish that's both hearty and elegantly satisfying. Serve these succulent lamb shanks with creamy mashed potatoes or fluffy couscous to soak up the delicious braising liquid.

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2 g
4 g
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1
Prepare the lamb shanks

Season the lamb shanks generously with salt and black pepper.

2
Prepare the vegetables

Cut the onion, carrots, and celery into large chunks. Mince the garlic cloves.

3
Brown the lamb shanks

Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned lamb shanks and brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the lamb shanks and set them aside.

4
Sauté the vegetables

In the same Dutch oven, add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

5
Add spices and tomato paste

Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, and tomato paste. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

6
Add liquids and aromatics

Pour in the chicken broth and red wine. Add the cinnamon stick and bay leaves. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

7
Braise the lamb shanks

Return the browned lamb shanks to the Dutch oven, nestling them into the liquid. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and transfer it to a preheated 325°F (165°C) oven. Braise for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, or until the lamb shanks are tender and easily pull away from the bone.

8
Reduce the sauce

Remove the lamb shanks from the Dutch oven and set them aside. Remove and discard the cinnamon stick and bay leaves. Place the Dutch oven over medium-high heat and simmer the braising liquid until it has reduced and thickened slightly, about 10-15 minutes.

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Serve

Return the lamb shanks to the Dutch oven, spooning the reduced sauce over the top. Serve the spice-braised lamb shanks hot with your favorite side dishes, such as mashed potatoes or couscous. Enjoy!

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