Roasted lamb shanks are fantastic for holidays or special occasions. They are easy to make and melt-in-your-mouth tender. Lamb shanks may take some time, but they are mostly hands-off and require very little prep to make them tender and delicious.
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Instructions
Place the 4 lamb shanks in a 9x13 baking dish or any oven-safe dish that can fit them snugly. Rub or brush them with 2 tablespoon olive oil on all sides, then season generously with 1 teaspoon each, salt & pepper, and 1 teaspoon herbes de Provence.
Place the baking dish in the oven while it heats to 450°F (232°C). Roast at high heat for 15 minutes, then remove the lamb from the oven and reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (163°C).
Add the 1 cup chicken broth, 6 cloves garlic, and fresh herbs (3 sprigs rosemary,3 sprigs oregano) to the baking dish and cover it with aluminum foil. Overlap the foil so it seals securely and the steam is kept in the dish.
Return the lamb shanks to the oven and roast for 2 hours. Remove the lamb from the oven when done, and serve right away. Spoon the pan juices over the lamb shanks when serving.
Notes
If you are using a baking dish with a tight fitting lid, that can be used in place of foil. Make sure it has a good seal so the lamb doesn't dry out.
For a neater look, you may 'French the shank' by severing the tendon on the top of the narrow end of the shank. This is can be done by cutting off ½ an inch of the meat and tendon on top.
Depending on the size of the shank and the appetite of the person, a single shank can serve 1-2 people.