This Jamie Oliver-inspired lamb shank recipe delivers melt-in-the-mouth tenderness with rich, slow-cooked flavors. Braised with herbs, vegetables, and a savory sauce, it’s a comforting and elegant dish perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Total Time:3 hours 20 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
4 lamb shanks
2 tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, chopped
400g canned tomatoes
2 cups beef or vegetable stock
1 cup red wine (optional)
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
2 sprigs fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F).
Season lamb shanks with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven and sear lamb on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened.
Add tomatoes, stock, wine (if using), and herbs. Stir well.
Return lamb shanks to the pot, ensuring they are partially submerged.
Cover and transfer to oven. Cook for 2.5–3 hours until tender.
Remove herbs, adjust seasoning, and serve hot with sauce.
Notes
Searing the lamb adds depth of flavor—don’t skip this step.
Use fresh herbs for best aroma and taste.
The dish tastes even better the next day as flavors deepen.
Skim excess fat from sauce before serving for a cleaner finish.
