Ingredients and Weight:
- Lamb Shanks: 8 pieces (about 2 pounds)
- Saba (Maple Syrup): 1 cup
- Red Wine: 1 bottle (750 ml)
- Carrots: 2 medium, sliced (about 1 cup)
- Celery: 2 stalks, chopped (about ½ cup)
- Onion: 1 large, chopped (about 1 cup)
- Garlic: 5 cloves, minced
- Fresh Rosemary: 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black Pepper: ½ teaspoon
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 3 hours
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot, arrange the lamb shanks in a single layer.
- In a bowl, combine the maple syrup, red wine, chopped vegetables, garlic, and rosemary. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the mixture over the lamb shanks, ensuring they are coated well.
- Cover the pot and place in the preheated oven.
- Braise for about 3 hours, or until the lamb is tender and the sauce is reduced and thickened.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approx. 450 per serving (based on 8 servings)
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 35g
Dish Characteristics:
- The dish has a rich, sweet-and-savory flavor profile, with the maple syrup adding a unique sweetness.
- The lamb shanks are tender and fall-off-the-bone delicious.
- The sauce is rich and thick, pairing perfectly with the lamb.
User Comments:
- "The flavor combination of maple syrup and red wine was unexpected but absolutely delicious!"
- "The lamb shanks were so tender and fell off the bone easily. The sauce was excellent!"
- "This dish was a hit with my family. The sweetness of the maple syrup balanced out the rich flavor of the lamb perfectly."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Adjust the seasoning, including salt and pepper, according to taste.
- Braise the lamb shanks low and slow to ensure they are tender and juicy.
- This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
