Crockpot Lamb Shanks

Crockpot Lamb Shanks

Succulent lamb shanks slow-cooked to perfection in a rich, aromatic broth. Perfect for a hearty dinner.

Servings: 4 | Cook Time: 360 minutes

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 380 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 lamb shanks
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Sear Shanks: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown lamb shanks on all sides.
2. Prepare Vegetables: Add onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until soft, about 3 minutes.
3. Combine Ingredients: Transfer lamb shanks, onion, and garlic to the crockpot. Add beef broth, red wine, tomato paste, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
4. Cook: Set the crockpot to low and cook for 6 hours, or until the lamb is tender and falls off the bone.
5. Thicken Sauce: If desired, remove shanks and simmer the liquid on the stovetop to thicken.
6. Serve: Return shanks to the sauce and serve hot.

Tips

• For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with water and add to the simmering liquid.
• For added flavor, marinate lamb shanks in wine and herbs overnight before cooking.
• Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

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