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Slow Cooker Lamb

Slow Cooker Lamb

Tender and flavorful Slow Cooker Lamb is perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions. Easy to prepare with rich aromas.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 lamb shanks
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour divided
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil divided
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 3 medium carrots peeled and cut into chunks
  • 3 stalks celery diced
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 cups lamb broth or substitute beef/poultry broth
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 4 bay leaves
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Whisk
  • Cutting board
  • Slow cooker
  • Sharp knives

Method
 

  1. Season the lamb shanks with half of the flour, salt, and pepper.
  2. Let the seasoned lamb sit for 10 minutes.
  3. Heat two tablespoons of oil in a large skillet and brown the lamb shanks on all sides for about 10 minutes.
  4. Transfer the browned shanks to the slow cooker.
  5. Chop the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery into uniform pieces.
  6. Sauté the chopped vegetables in the skillet with the remaining tablespoon of oil for 3 minutes, then stir in the tomato paste and leftover flour.
  7. Pour the lamb broth into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits, then add salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme, and bay leaves.
  8. Pour the mixture over the lamb in the slow cooker.
  9. Cover and set the slow cooker to high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours.
  10. After cooking, check the lamb for doneness using a fork.
  11. Remove the shanks and keep them warm.
  12. Pour the cooking liquid into a skillet and thicken it with a cornstarch slurry.
  13. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Fresh herbs enhance flavors significantly, so use them when possible. Don’t rush the browning step as it adds depth to the flavor. Let the lamb rest for 5 minutes before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage. Consider doubling the recipe for future meals; nothing beats an easy, add-to-reheat meal!
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