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Greek-Style Braised Lamb Shanks

Greek-Style Braised Lamb Shanks
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Indulge in the comforting flavors of Greek-Style Braised Lamb Shanks, a dish that transforms tender lamb into a succulent masterpiece. This recipe invites you to experience the rich essence of Mediterranean cuisine with each bite, perfectly suited for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. The shanks are slow-cooked in a savory broth with aromatic spices and fresh vegetables, creating a hearty meal that warms both body and soul. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes for the ultimate comfort food experience.

Ingredients

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  • 4 lamb shanks (about 1600g total)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups pearl onions, peeled
  • 2 celery sticks, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup red apple vinegar
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground all spice
  • 2 cinnamon sticks (or 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 28 oz jar tomato sauce
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • 2 lbs Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1 inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 – 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground pepper
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup plain cream cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season lamb shanks with salt and pepper and sear until browned on all sides (about 5 minutes per side).
  3. Add pearl onions, celery, garlic, vinegar, oregano, paprika, garlic powder, allspice, cinnamon sticks, kosher salt, pepper, and bay leaves. Stir well.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and tomato sauce until ingredients are submerged.
  5. Cover the Dutch oven and braise in the oven for about 150 minutes or until the lamb is fork-tender.
  6. While the lamb cooks, boil Yukon gold potatoes until soft (about 15 minutes), then mash with butter, salt, pepper, whole milk, and cream cheese until creamy.
  7. Serve the lamb on plates with mashed potatoes and garnish with fresh parsley.

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