Best 9 Braised Lamb Shanks With Fennel Tomatoes Turnips And Carrots Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Braised Lamb Shanks recipe, where succulent lamb shanks are braised to perfection in a symphony of flavors. This dish is a delightful harmony of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern influences, featuring fennel, tomatoes, turnips, and carrots, all simmering in a rich and aromatic broth. Accompany this exquisite main course with a trio of complementary recipes: a refreshing Fennel and Orange Salad, a flavorful Carrot and Turnip Gratin, and a zesty Tomato Jam. Each recipe is carefully crafted to elevate the lamb shanks and create a memorable dining experience. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a medley of textures, colors, and flavors that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

EASY BRAISED LAMB SHANKS RECIPE



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Super tender, perfectly spiced braised lamb shanks and vegetables in a rich red wine sauce. Cooking lamb shanks is easier than you might think. Simply season, sear, and braise! It's the perfect lamb shank recipe for a small gathering! A dry red wine is your best bet for the red wine sauce. (Merlot is my favorite here, but a Cabernet Sauvignon would work well, too.) Serve rosemary lamb shanks with couscous, Lebanese rice, or pita to soak up all the delicious sauce. Start this rich, meaty dinner with a big bright salad like arugula salad or white bean salad.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Entree

Time 3h

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon sweet Spanish paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
6 American lamb shanks
2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, (roughly chopped)
2 celery ribs, (chopped)
3 large carrots, (peeled and cut into large pieces)
1 pound baby potatoes, (scrubbed)
2 cups red wine like Merlot
3 cups low-sodium beef broth
28- ounce can peeled tomatoes
2 cinnamon sticks
4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 sprigs fresh rosemary

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a small bowl, add all the spice mix ingredients and mix to combine.
  • Pat the lamb shanks dry and season with the spice mix on all sides.
  • In a large Dutch oven pot like this one, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Working in batches, brown the lamb shanks on all sides (about 8 mins or so). Transfer the lamb shanks to a large tray or bowl for now. Carefully dispose of extra fat in a separate heat-safe bowl, and return the pot to heat.
  • Now add the onions, celery, carrots and potatoes. Saute for 5-7 minutes on medium-high, or until the vegetables gain some color. Add red wine, scrape the pot of brown bits. Cook briefly so that the wine reduces a bit.
  • Add the broth, tomatoes, cinnamon sticks, thyme, and rosemary. Sprinkle a little salt and pepper. Return lamb shanks back to the pot; press down to submerge. Boil for 10 minutes. Turn heat off.
  • Cover the pot and transfer to the 350 degrees F-heated oven. Cook in the oven for 2 1/2 hours (It's a good idea to check periodically through cooking just in case you need to add a little more liquid. When the shanks finish cooking, the liquid will have reduced to about 1/3 of what it was when you started.)
  • While the lamb shanks are cooking, prepare rice according to this recipe, or prepare 2-3 cups of orzo pasta according to package instructions.
  • Serve the lamb shanks hot with a little of the veggies and braising sauce on top of rice or orzo pasta. You might also like to prepare a side salad like this 3-ingredient Mediterranean salad or Fattoush. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.5 kcal, Sugar 6.6 g, Sodium 974.4 mg, Fat 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 44.4 g, Cholesterol 127.3 mg, UnsaturatedFat 7.1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BRAISED LAMB SHANKS WITH TOMATO AND FENNEL



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Braising lamb shanks makes them meltingly tender. Serve with Polenta for a hearty meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Lamb Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 1 1/2-pound lamb shanks, trimmed
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 medium onions, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 large leek, white and light-green parts only, washed well, sliced into 1/4-inch half moons
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 cup dry red wine
2 cups homemade or low-sodium canned chicken stock
1 twenty-eight-ounce can peeled whole plum tomatoes, drained
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
2 dried bay leaves
2 medium fennel bulbs, sliced 1/4 inch thick

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Season lamb all over with salt and pepper. Place flour in a shallow bowl. Dredge lamb in flour, turning to coat evenly; shake off excess. Heat oil and butter in an 8-quart Dutch oven or skillet over medium heat. Working in two batches, cook until shanks are well browned, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer shanks to a large plate; drain off all but 2 tablespoons fat from the skillet.
  • Place skillet over medium heat; add onions and leek, and saute until they are lightly browned, about 6 minutes. Add garlic; cook 4 minutes more. Add red wine; deglaze pan by scraping up any browned bits with a wooden spoon. Return shanks to skillet, and add chicken stock, tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil; cover, and place in oven. Braise 2 hours; add fennel, and cook 30 minutes.
  • Using a slotted spatula, transfer shanks and vegetables to a large bowl. Cover; set aside. Using a ladle, skim fat from surface of cooking liquid; cook over medium heat until liquid is thickened, 5 to 7 minutes. Return shanks and vegetables to pan; cook until heated through. Remove from heat, and season with salt and pepper.

BRAISED LAMB SHANKS



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Provided by Food Network

Time 4h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons olive oil
4 small meaty lamb shanks (about 4 1/2 pounds), trimmed of fat
1 large onion, peeled and chopped
4 carrots, peeled and finely diced
3 small sprigs fresh rosemary
2 imported bay leaves
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups big-bodied young red wine
2 medium turnips (about 1 pound), peeled and cut into 1/2 inch dice
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
2 teaspoons finely grated fresh orange zest
1 small garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Heat the olive oil in a large, deep Dutch oven with a tight-fitting lid over moderate heat until hot but not smoking. Season the lamb shanks with salt and pepper and cook, in batches if necessary, turning with tongs, until well browned, about 10 minutes each batch. Remove the lamb shanks with tongs to a plate and set aside.
  • Stir the onions, carrots, rosemary, bay leaves, and garlic into the dutch oven and cook, stirring, until the onions are very soft, about 5 minutes. Add 2 1/2 cups of the wine and deglaze the pan. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 5 minutes. Taste for seasoning.
  • Return the lamb shanks to the pot and braise the mixture, tightly covered, in the oven for 1 hour. Uncover and braise for 2 more hours, turning the shanks every 30 minutes. Stir in the turnips and the remaining 1/2 cup of the wine, and continue to braise, in the oven for 30 minutes. Discard the bay leaves. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • While the lamb shanks are braising, make the gremolata: chop together the rosemary, orange zest, and garlic. Place each lamb shank on a serving plate, top with the vegetables, sprinkle with gremolata and serve immediately.

BRAISED LAMB SHANKS



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Anne Burrell's Braised Lamb Shanks recipe for Food Network is a hearty fan favorite.

Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     main-dish

Time 5h50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
Extra-virgin olive oil
3 celery ribs, cut into 1/2-inch dice
4 lamb shanks (each about 1 1/4 pounds; 1 shank is a portion)
4 cloves garlic
Kosher salt
1 (12-ounce) can tomato paste
1 large Spanish onion or 2 small yellow onions, cut into 1-inch dice
2 cups hearty red wine
2 tablespoons finely chopped rosemary leaves
10 to 12 thyme branches tied together in a bundle
3 to 4 cups water
4 bay leaves
Gremolata, recipe follows
1 orange, zested
1 lemon, zested
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley leaves
1 small garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons freshly grated horseradish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Coat a large Dutch oven generously with olive oil and bring to a high heat. Season the shanks generously with salt and add them to the pan. Brown well on all sides. This is an incredibly important step; do not rush it.
  • Meanwhile, puree the onions, carrots, celery and garlic in a food processor until it becomes a coarse paste. Remove and set aside.
  • Remove the shanks from the pan to a sheet tray. Discard the excess fat from the pan. Add a little more oil to coat the bottom of the pan and add the pureed veggies. Season with salt, to taste. Saute the veggies until they are very brown and aromatic, about 20 minutes. The brown veggies should form a sort of crust on the bottom of the pan, do not let this burn; it is where a lot of the flavor is! Don't rush this step either, since this is where you will develop the brown color and flavor.
  • Add the tomato paste and brown for 5 minutes. Stir in the wine, chopped rosemary and thyme bundle. Stir frequently and cook until the wine has reduced by about half.
  • Add the shanks back to the pot and pour in 3 to 4 cups of water. The shanks should be submersed, if they are not, add more water. Add the bay leaves to the pan, cover and put in the preheated oven. The cooking time will be about 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Turn the shanks over about halfway through the cooking time. Check the shanks every 45 minutes or so. If the liquid has reduced too much add more water. Defat as you go.
  • Remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking time for maximum browning. When the shanks are done the meat should be incredibly tender and flavorful. Transfer to serving plates and garnish with Gremolata. Serve with Hard Polenta Cakes, if desired,
  • Call yourself a superstar!!!
  • In a small bowl, combine all ingredients and set aside until ready to use.

BRAISED LAMB SHANKS WITH FENNEL, TOMATOES, TURNIPS AND CARROTS



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Categories     Lamb     Tomato     Braise     Marinate     High Fiber     Fennel     Leek     Carrot     Turnip     Red Wine     Winter     Parsley     Jam or Jelly     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

Topping
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon drained green peppercorns in brine, coarsely chopped
Lamb
1 14 1/2-ounce can low-salt chicken broth
1 14 1/2-ounce can beef broth
1/2 cup plus 1/3 cup dry red wine
2/3 cup red currant jelly
2 teaspoons herbes de Provence
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
3 garlic cloves, minced
6 lamb shanks (each about 1 pound)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound plum tomatoes, each cut into 4 wedges, seeded
2 large turnips, peeled, cut into 3/4-inch-thick wedges
2 large fennel bulbs, each cut into 4 wedges
3 large carrots, peeled, cut diagonally into 3/4-inch-thick slices
1 cup chopped leek (white and pale green parts only)
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
1/3 cup all purpose flour
1 tablespoon tomato paste

Steps:

  • For topping: Mix all ingredients in medium bowl to blend. (Can be prepared 8 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • For lamb: Whisk chicken broth, beef broth, 1/2 cup wine, 1/3 cup currant jelly, herbes de Provence, vinegar and garlic in large glass baking dish to blend. Add lamb shanks; turn to coat. Cover and chill overnight, turning occasionally.
  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Remove lamb from marinade; reserve marinade. Pat lamb dry with paper towels. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Heat oil in heavy large skillet over high heat. Working in batches, add lamb; cook until brown on all sides, about 8 minutes. Transfer to large roasting pan. Add all vegetables to roasting pan.
  • Pour reserved marinade into same skillet. Bring to boil, scraping up any browned bits. Pour over lamb. Cover; bake until lamb and vegetables are very tender, turning occasionally, about 2 hours. Using slotted spoon, transfer lamb and vegetables to large serving bowl. Tent with foil.
  • Spoon fat off top of cooking liquid. Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add flour. Stir until golden, about 5 minutes. Whisk in cooking liquid. Add 1/3 cup wine, 1/3 cup jelly and tomato paste. Boil until sauce thickens enough to coat spoon, whisking occasionally, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon sauce, then topping, over lamb and vegetables.

BRAISED GARLIC LAMB SHANKS



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Make and share this Braised Garlic Lamb Shanks recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bggio

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 2h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 lamb shanks
2 turnips, medium cut to 1 inch long cubes
3 carrots, large cut to 1 inch long
1 teaspoon fennel seed
4 tomatoes, cubed (or canned diced tomatoes)
1 teaspoon salt
3 onions, quartered
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
12 garlic cloves, quartered
1 cup beef stock
1 cup chicken stock
1 1/2 cups red wine
2 -3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven at 325 degrees.
  • Combine salt and pepper and season the lamb.
  • In a large stainless steel pan pre-heat olive oil med/high heat.
  • Sear the lamb in the oil 3-4 minutes each side or until browned.
  • Remove from oil and add carrots, onion, garlic and turnip and fry lightly 2-3 minutes.
  • Add wine and scrape the bottom of pan of all the glazed on bits.
  • Add the the stock and tomatoes and bring to a good boil.
  • Add the lamb back in and cover the pan with foil or pan cover and place into oven 2 to 2 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 783.4, Fat 39, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 243.3, Sodium 826.8, Carbohydrate 19.1, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 8.5, Protein 75

BRAISED LAMB SHANKS



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Succulent braised lamb shanks slow cooked in a red wine, tomato, and fresh basil sauce. Serve with mushroom risotto and grilled zucchini.

Provided by Mrs Savage

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Lamb     Shanks

Time 3h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 large white onions, chopped
4 lamb shanks
2 cups dry red wine
1 cup balsamic vinegar
⅓ cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic, pressed
2 lemons, quartered
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 bunch fresh basil, chopped
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place the onions in a layer in the bottom of a Dutch oven or medium roasting pan with a lid. Arrange the lamb shanks on top of the onions. Pour the wine, balsamic vinegar and olive oil over the lamb. Place a clove of pressed garlic next to each shank, and a quarter of a lemon on each side. Pour the tomatoes over everything, then season with salt, pepper and basil.
  • Cover and place in the preheated oven. Cook for 3 hours. Use juices from the pan to make a nice flavorful gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572.4 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Cholesterol 86.3 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 32.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 1851.3 mg, Sugar 17.9 g

ROSEMARY BRAISED LAMB SHANKS



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Lamb shanks are slowly simmered with fresh rosemary, garlic, tomatoes, and red wine. Great served with polenta, or my family's favorite--roasted garlic mashed potatoes--as you need something to soak up the wonderful sauce. A fantastic dish for company, as all the prep work is done at the beginning, and then you just have to wait.

Provided by S. HODGE

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 2h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 lamb shanks
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, chopped
3 large carrots, cut into 1/4 inch rounds
10 cloves garlic, minced
1 (750 milliliter) bottle red wine
1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes with juice
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed chicken broth
1 (10.5 ounce) can beef broth
5 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Sprinkle shanks with salt and pepper. Heat oil in heavy large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Working in batches, cook shanks until brown on all sides, about 8 minutes. Transfer shanks to plate.
  • Add onions, carrots and garlic to pot and saute until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Stir in wine, tomatoes, chicken broth and beef broth. Season with rosemary and thyme. Return shanks to pot, pressing down to submerge. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover, and simmer until meat is tender, about 2 hours.
  • Remove cover from pot. Simmer about 20 minutes longer. Transfer shanks to platter, place in a warm oven. Boil juices in pot until thickened, about 15 minutes. Spoon over shanks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.5 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 92.7 mg, Fat 21.8 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 30.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 758.7 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

BRAISED LAMB SHANKS WITH CORIANDER, FENNEL, AND STAR ANISE



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Provided by Suzanne Tracht

Categories     Lamb     Onion     Braise     Christmas     Lamb Shank     Port     Winter     Family Reunion     Coriander     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons coriander seeds
2 tablespoons fennel seeds
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
4 large lamb shanks (about 5 pounds)
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 large white onion, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
10 garlic cloves, peeled
3 celery stalks, cut crosswise into 1 1/2-inch pieces
2 carrots, peeled, cut crosswise into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 small leek
3 cups ruby Port
4 cups low-salt chicken broth
4 cups beef broth
6 whole cloves
2 whole star anise*
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper

Steps:

  • Mix coriander, fennel, and peppercorns in heavy small skillet. Toast on medium-high heat until aromatic and slightly darker, about 2 minutes. Transfer to spice grinder; process until finely ground. Rub each shank with 1 rounded teaspoon spice blend. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large wide pot over medium-high heat. Add shanks to pot. Cook until brown on all sides, about 20 minutes. Transfer to large bowl. Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil to same pot. Add onion and next 4 ingredients; sauté over medium heat until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Add remaining spice blend and stir 1 minute. Add Port and simmer until liquid is reduced to 2/3 cup, about 15 minutes. Add both broths; boil until liquid is reduced to 3 1/2 cups, about 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Return shanks to pot. Add cloves, star anise, bay leaves, and crushed red pepper. Cover pot with foil, then lid. Place pot in oven and braise lamb until tender, about 2 hours. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Uncover and cool slightly. Place in refrigerator until cool, then cover and keep refrigerated. Rewarm in 350°F oven for 20 minutes before serving.)
  • Place 1 lamb shank on each of 4 plates. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper. Spoon sauce and vegetables over lamb and serve.
  • *Brown, star-shaped seed pods; available in the spice section of some supermarkets, at Asian markets, and at specialty foods stores.

Tips:

  • Brown the lamb shanks: Browning the lamb shanks before braising adds flavor and color to the dish. Make sure to sear the shanks on all sides over medium-high heat until they are golden brown.
  • Use a good quality wine: The wine you use in the braising liquid will add flavor to the dish, so it's important to use a good quality wine that you would enjoy drinking. A dry red wine, such as a Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot, is a good option.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: When you're adding the vegetables to the pot, make sure not to overcrowd it. The vegetables need room to cook evenly and absorb the braising liquid.
  • Cook the shanks until they are fall-off-the-bone tender: The lamb shanks should be cooked until they are fall-off-the-bone tender. This will take about 2-3 hours, depending on the size of the shanks.
  • Serve the shanks with a variety of sides: Braised lamb shanks can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or rice.

Conclusion:

Braised lamb shanks are a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The lamb shanks are cooked in a flavorful braising liquid until they are fall-off-the-bone tender. The dish is then served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or rice.

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