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Coffee-Braised Lamb Shanks

Discover Irresistibly Tender Coffee-Braised Lamb Shanks

Experience the rich flavors of Coffee-Braised Lamb Shanks, a truly comforting dish that impresses with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 4 shanks
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Braise
  • 4 pieces Lamb Shanks Substitute with lamb shoulder if unavailable.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For browning the lamb.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced for the braising liquid.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Ancho Chile Powder For warmth and smokiness.
  • 2 cups Chicken or Beef Stock Forms the braising liquid.
  • 1 cup Strong Coffee Deep earthy flavor.
  • 14 ounces Canned Tomatoes Include juice for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Balances richness.
  • to taste Hot Sauce (Harissa or Sriracha) Adjust for spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Whole seeds, toasted and crushed.
  • 1 teaspoon Fennel Seeds Whole seeds, toasted and crushed.
  • to taste Sea or Kosher Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Dutch Oven
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Toast coriander and fennel seeds in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes. Cool and crush into a fine powder. Mix with salt and pepper.
  2. Trim excess fat from lamb shanks and rub spice mixture over them. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 2 days.
  3. Heat olive oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown lamb shanks well on all sides for about 15 minutes.
  4. Remove shanks and add onion and garlic to the pot. Cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in ancho chile powder. Add stock, coffee, tomatoes, red wine vinegar, and hot sauce; stir to combine.
  6. Return lamb shanks to the pot, cover, and cook in a preheated oven at 350°F for 2.5 hours.
  7. Uncover and cook for an additional 30-45 minutes to reduce the sauce until thickened.

Nutrition

Serving: 1shankCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 40gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted veggies for best results. Can be prepared ahead and reheated.

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