These lamb shanks are cooked using marmalade, whiskey, barley and the spices used in making haggis. Preheat your oven to 170°C (325°F). Season 2 lamb shanks with salt and freshly ground black pepper and sear them in a little oil until well browned on all sides. Remove to a plate. In an oven-proof casserole, cook…… Continue reading lamb shanks Scottish style
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lamb shanks + pilaf
These lamb shanks, adapted from this NYTimes recipe by David Tanis, are braised with a subtle mix of Persian spices and citrus and served with the soup-like braising liquid. Generously salt four meaty lamb shanks. Mix together 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of grated nutmeg, 1 teaspoon of ground cardamom, 1 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper…… Continue reading lamb shanks + pilaf
braised lamb shanks with mustard and mint + roasted veg
This braised lamb shank recipe from Serious Eats is simple but very delicious. Preheat your oven to 180ºC (350ºF). Season 4 lamb shanks with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Heat some olive oil in a heavy dutch oven over high heat and sear the lamb on all sides until brown. Add 2 finely minced…… Continue reading braised lamb shanks with mustard and mint + roasted veg
lamb shanks with anchovies
This wonderful recipe by Nigel Slater couldn’t be simpler or more delicious. Anchovies are the magical ingredient that make a fantastically tasty rich sauce. Serve it with a soft polenta or potatoes. Preheat your oven to 160ºC (300ºF) and season 2 lamb shanks with pepper. Heat a little olive oil in a heavy casserole and…… Continue reading lamb shanks with anchovies
lamb shanks with rice and lemon
These Greek-style Lamb shanks, one of Yotam Ottolenghi’s one-pot-wonders-recipes, are packed with flavour. If you can get the lamb shanks to stand up they look pretty amazing too. Heat some olive oil in a large casserole over medium heat and fry 200g of peeled and halved shallots for three to four minutes until well browned. Remove them…… Continue reading lamb shanks with rice and lemon
lamb shanks with baharat
Baharat is a wonderful combination of spices from Iraq. You may find baharat at your local Middle Eastern store but check for salt before seasoning your dish. To make your own spice mix grind 2 tablespoons of black peppercorns, 1½ tablespoons of cumin seeds, ½ a teaspoon of cardamom seeds and 1 tablespoon each of coriander seeds, cassia bark and…… Continue reading lamb shanks with baharat
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