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Braised lamb shank with herb polenta & red wine reduction

The braised lamb shank with herb polenta & red wine reduction is an intense braised dish that impresses with its deep, spicy flavors. The long cooking time ensures a butter-tender meat texture, while the polenta with fresh herbs is a creamy, harmonious addition. The red wine reduction enhances the hearty flavors and brings an elegant, slightly fruity depth to the dish.
The ideal wine accompaniment? Strong, spicy red wines such as Syrah, Chianti Classico or Bordeaux underline the braised aromas and round off the taste experience perfectly.
➡ A classic braised dish - ideal for chilly days & elegant wine moments! 🍷🥩
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Course Main course
Cuisine Mediterranean cuisine (French-Italian inspired)
Servings 2 People
Calories 750 kcal

Cooking utensils

  • 1 Casserole or Dutch oven
  • 1 Cutting board & knife
  • 1 Pan for the polenta
  • 1 Cooking spoon

Ingredients
  

For the lamb shank:

  • 2 Lamb shanks
  • 2 EL Olive oil
  • 2 Onions
  • 2 Garlic cloves
  • 2 Carrots
  • 500 ml strong red wine (e.g. Syrah or Bordeaux)
  • 250 ml Lamb or beef stock
  • 1 EL Tomato paste
  • 1 TL Rosemary
  • 1 TL Thyme
  • 1 Bay leaf
  • Salt & pepper

For the herb polenta:

  • 100 g Polenta
  • 300 ml Milk
  • 30 g Butter
  • 30 g Parmesan (grated)
  • 1 TL chopped rosemary
  • 1 TL chopped thyme
  • Salt & pepper

Preparation
 

  • Prepare the lamb shank: Remove the tendons from the meat and season with salt and pepper.
  • Sear: Heat the olive oil in a casserole, sear the lamb shanks, then remove.
  • Roast the vegetables: sauté the onions, carrots & garlic in the same pan, add the tomato purée.
  • Deglaze: Deglaze with red wine & add stock.
  • Braising: Add the lamb shanks, rosemary & bay leaf, braise for 3 hours at 140°C.
  • Prepare the polenta: Heat the milk, stir in the polenta, add the butter and herbs, fold in the Parmesan.
  • Serve: Serve the lamb shanks with sauce & herb polenta.

Nutritional values per portion

Calories: 750kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 59gFat: 35g
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