Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Luxurious Apple Vinegar Lamb Shanks, a dish that’s perfect for any occasion. These tender shanks are slow-cooked to perfection, resulting in meat that falls off the bone and is bathed in a savory gravy infused with aromatic herbs and tangy apple vinegar. Ideal for entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this recipe delivers comfort and sophistication on every plate. With straightforward preparation steps and simple ingredients, you’ll find cooking this gourmet meal an enjoyable experience that impresses everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lamb shanks (approx. 1.52 lbs total)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 3 celery stalks, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cups dry apple vinegar
- 2 cups low-sodium beef stock
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon flour (optional, for thickening)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Season lamb shanks with salt and pepper, then brown on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove shanks from the pot and sauté onions, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in tomato paste for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Deglaze the pot with apple vinegar and scrape up browned bits.
- Return lamb shanks to the pot; add beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a simmer; cover tightly and cook on low heat for about 2-3 hours until tender.
- If desired, thicken gravy by removing shanks and stirring in flour mixed with water. Serve hot with fresh parsley garnish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow-cooking
- Cuisine: Gourmet
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shank (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg