Apple Vinegar & Herb Lamb Shanks with Roasted Potatoes
Apple vinegar & Herb Lamb Shanks with Roasted Potatoes is a delightful dish that brings warmth and flavor to your dining table. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this recipe combines succulent lamb shanks braised in a tangy apple vinegar sauce with aromatic herbs. The accompanying roasted potatoes are golden and crispy, making every bite a comforting experience. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for any occasion, this meal will impress your guests and satisfy your craving for hearty comfort food.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Braised and Roasted
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lamb shanks (about 2 lbs total)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 carrots, chopped
- 3 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup apple vinegar
- 2 cups beef or lamb broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- Fresh rosemary and thyme
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Season the lamb shanks with salt and pepper. In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb on all sides before removing them from the pot.
- Sauté the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened. Stir in apple vinegar to deglaze the pot.
- Add broth and tomato paste; return the lamb shanks along with herbs to the pot.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and braise on low heat for about 2 hours until tender.
- For roasted potatoes, preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Chop potatoes into wedges, toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper; roast for 30-40 minutes until crispy.
- Serve lamb shanks with roasted potatoes drizzled in sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 140mg