Ina Garten Lamb Shank Recipe
The Ina Garten Lamb Shank Recipe is a rich, comforting dish perfect for dinner parties or special family meals.
Ingredients
- 4 lamb shanks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 carrots chopped
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 cups beef or chicken stock
- 1 can 14 oz crushed tomatoes
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme chopped
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures even cooking for tender, juicy lamb shanks.
Season the Lamb Shanks
- Pat lamb dry and season generously with salt and pepper. This adds flavor and helps with browning.
Brown the Lamb
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe pot. Brown lamb shanks on all sides for rich flavor.
Sauté Vegetables
- Add chopped onion, garlic, carrots and celery. Cook until softened, stirring occasionally. This enhances the sauce.
Deglaze with Wine
- Pour in red wine to deglaze the pot. Scrape browned bits from the bottom to add depth of flavor.
Add Stock and Tomatoes
- Add beef stock, crushed tomatoes, rosemary, thyme and bay leaf. Stir gently to combine ingredients.
Simmer and Cover
- Bring to a simmer on the stove for 5 minutes. Cover with a lid for even slow cooking.
Bake in Oven
- Transfer pot to the preheated oven. Bake for 2–2.5 hours until lamb is tender and sauce thickens.
Garnish and Serve
- Remove lamb from pot and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve warm with sauce spooned over the top.
Notes
- Brown lamb shanks well to enhance flavor.
- Use fresh herbs for aromatic richness.
- Cook slowly at low heat for tender meat.
- Deglaze the pan for a rich, flavorful sauce.
- Let lamb rest for a few minutes before serving.