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Hairy Bikers Lamb Shanks Recipe

Hairy Bikers Lamb Shanks Recipe

The Hairy Bikers Lamb Shanks Recipe is a classic meal. It is a hearty and warming dish for families. Learning how to make Hairy Bikers Lamb Shanks is easy.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 47 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine British
Servings 4
Calories 540 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Casserole Pot
  • Frying Pan
  • Tongs
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Sharp Knife
  • Measuring Jug

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large LAMB SHANKS
  • 2 tbsp OLIVE OIL
  • 2 medium ONIONS
  • 2 large CARROTS
  • 3 cloves GARLIC
  • 1 tbsp TOMATO PUREE
  • 300 ml RED WINE
  • 400 ml BEEF STOCK
  • 2 sprigs ROSEMARY
  • 1 tbsp PLAIN FLOUR

Instructions
 

Step 1:

  • Get your oven ready for cooking now. Set the heat to 160 degrees Celsius. This is a low and slow temperature. It helps the lamb stay very juicy.

Step 2:

  • Take your lamb shanks out of the box. Pat the meat dry with a paper towel. This helps the flour stick much better. Season the meat with salt and pepper.

Step 3:

  • Place your flour on a large flat plate. Roll the lamb shanks in the flour. Make sure every side has a light coating. Shake off any extra flour carefully now.

Step 4:

  • Heat your oil in the large pot. Place the lamb shanks into the oil. Brown the meat on all sides for minutes. This seals in all the tasty juices.

Step 5:

  • Remove the lamb from the pot for now. Place it on a clean plate nearby. The meat should look golden and crispy. Set it aside for a few moments.

Step 6:

  • Add the onions and carrots to the pot. Cook them until they are soft. Stir them often so they do not burn. This takes about five to eight minutes.

Step 7:

  • Add the garlic and tomato puree now. Cook these for just one more minute. This releases all the hidden vegetable flavors. The smell will be very strong and nice.

Step 8:

  • Pour in the red wine and beef stock. Scrape the bottom of the pot well. This gets the tasty bits into the sauce. This step is called deglazing the pan.

Step 9:

  • Put the lamb shanks back into the pot. Add the fresh rosemary sprigs on top. The liquid should cover half the meat. Make sure the shanks are snug inside.

Step 10:

  • Place the lid on your pot tightly. Put it in the center of the oven. Let it cook for two and half hours. Do not open the lid too often.

Step 11:

  • Check the lamb after the time is up. The meat should pull away very easily. It should feel very soft to the touch. If not, cook for thirty more minutes.

Notes

  • Always brown the meat well for deep flavor.
  • Use a good quality red wine for richness.
  • Keep the lid tight to trap the moisture.
  • Chop your vegetables into even sizes for cooking.
  • Rest the meat for ten minutes before serving.
  • Add more stock if the sauce is too thick.
  • Remove the rosemary sprigs before you serve dinner.
  • Taste the sauce before adding more salt now.
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