Lamb Shanks

Delight in the aromatic and tender flavors of these Slow-Roasted Herb-Infused Lamb Shanks. Perfectly seasoned and cooked to fall-off-the-bone perfection, this dish promises to impress at any gathering or family dinner. The combination of spices and herbs creates a rich and savory flavor that complements the natural taste of lamb.

Ingredients

🍖 5 lamb shanks
🫒 1/2 cup olive oil
🧂 1 tablespoon salt
🍋 1 tablespoon lemon pepper
🌶️ 1 tablespoon paprika
🧄 1 tablespoon garlic powder
🧅 1 tablespoon onion powder
🌑 1 teaspoon black pepper
🌶️ 1 teaspoon crushed red peppers
🧄 4 to 5 whole garlic cloves
🌿 3 sprigs of rosemary
🍋 Vinegar, coarse salt, and lemons for cleaning

Instructions

1- Clean the Lamb Shanks:

Begin by thoroughly cleaning the lamb shanks.
Rub them with vinegar, coarse salt, and lemon juice to remove any gamey odor.
Allow the shanks to sit in a bowl of water with a little more vinegar for about five minutes, then rinse it off and pat dry with a towel.

2- Season the Shanks:

In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, salt, lemon pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and crushed red peppers.
Toss in the whole garlic cloves and sprigs of rosemary. Mix well.
Coat the cleaned lamb shanks with this spice mixture, ensuring they are well covered.

3- Prepare for Roasting:

Place a layer of parchment paper in a rotisserie pan.
Arrange the seasoned lamb shanks in the pan.
If a rotisserie pan is unavailable, use sturdy foil trays.
Cover the lamb shanks with aluminum foil tightly to create a steam environment, wrapping the foil 3 to 4 times around the pan.

4- Roast the Lamb Shanks:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Place the covered pan in the oven and let the shanks roast for about 3 hours.
Do not open the foil during this time, as this will release the steam.

5- Serve:

After 3 hours, remove the foil and check the tenderness of the lamb.
The shanks should be perfectly cooked, tender, and easily pulled from the bone.
Serve hot with your choice of sides.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 5
Calories: ~650 kcal
Proteins: 56g
Fats: 48g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Equipment: Rotisserie pan or sturdy foil trays, aluminum foil, parchment paper, mixing bowl