Lamb Shanks

Lamb Shanks

This Lamb Shanks on Mashed Potato recipe is the perfect meal for a cosy dinner at home.

The lamb shanks are seasoned with Tweed Real Food Louisiana BBQ Rub, which adds a delicious and savoury flavour to the meat.

The shanks are then slow-cooked with onions and garlic in a red wine sauce, making the meat tender and flavourful.

The dish is served on top of creamy mashed potatoes, which complement the rich flavours of the lamb shanks. Garnished with fresh herbs, this dish is not only satisfying and delicious, but also visually appealing.

It's a great meal to impress guests or enjoy with loved ones on a special occasion.

Ingredients

  • 4 High Quality lamb shanks, bone-in
  • 2 Tbsp Tweed Real Food Louisiana BBQ Rub
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup lamb broth
  • 1 cup red wine
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or rosemary, chopped, for garnish
  • 4-6 servings of mashed potatoes, prepared according to your preference

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Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180C
  2. Rub the Louisiana BBQ Rub blend all over the lamb shanks.
  3. In a Dutch oven or large oven-safe pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the lamb shanks and sear on all sides until browned, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove the shanks from the pot and set aside.
  4. Add the onion, garlic to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
  5. Pour in the beef or lamb broth, red wine. Stir to combine.
  6. Add the lamb shanks back into the pot, making sure they are submerged in the liquid. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Cover the pot and place it in the preheated oven. Cook for 2-2.5 hours, or until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.
  8. While the lamb shanks are cooking, prepare the mashed potatoes according to your preference.
  9. Once the lamb shanks are done, remove the pot from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Using tongs, remove the lamb shanks from the pot and place them on top of your mashed potato.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley or rosemary and enjoy your delicious Lamb Shanks on Mashed Potato made with Tweed Real Food Louisiana BBQ Rub.

Recipe by: Tweed Real Food

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