Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
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🥩 4 lamb shanks 🧄 5 to 6 garlic cloves 🥔 300 g of ratte potatoes 🌿 3 sprigs of thyme 🌿 3 sprigs of rosemary |
🧄 1 onion 🍯 1 tablespoon of honey 🧂 Salt (to taste) 🌊 Vegetable broth (to drizzle over the shanks) 🫒 2 to 3 tablespoons of olive oil |
Utensils
| 🥘 Oven-safe pot | 🔪 Chef’s knife |
| 🥄 Wooden spoon | 🧂 Pastry brush |
| 🍳 Frying pan | ⏲️ Timer |
| 📏 Electronic scale | 🥔 Peeler |
| 🍷 Measuring cup | 🍽️ Serving plate |
Preparation step by step
Total cooking time: 3 hours
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Resting time: None
Cooking time: 2 hours and 40 minutes
STEP 1: Preheat your oven to 200 °C to prepare for cooking the lamb shanks.
STEP 2: In a pot, brown the lamb shanks in a drizzle of olive oil to properly sear the meat.
STEP 3: Add the sliced onion and sauté until translucent, adding sweetness to the dish.
STEP 4: Incorporate whole garlic cloves and a few sprigs of herbs to flavor the dish.
STEP 5: Pour vegetable broth into the pot to slightly submerge the meat, ensuring tender cooking.
STEP 6: Cover the pot and bake for about 2 hours for a slow and flavorful cook.
STEP 7: During cooking, add ratte potatoes, which will soak up the juices and flavors.
STEP 8: Once the time is up, remove the pot from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
The braised lamb shank with herbs provides an experience that awakens the senses. The tenderness of the meat, melting as desired, pairs perfectly with the richness of the spices and the aromatics. The slow cooking allows the flavors to blend harmoniously, creating a savory balance that will delight guests.
Ingredients such as garlic, thyme, and rosemary elevate this traditional dish, bringing a comforting Mediterranean touch. Paired with ratte potatoes, this recipe will quickly become a staple at family or friend gatherings. In short, let yourself be charmed by this simple yet flavor-rich preparation, reminiscent of flavors of yesteryear.
