Slow-Braised Lamb Shanks

Ingredients

• 2 lamb shanks, about 1 pound each
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• ½ cup good white wine or stock

• Nutritional Information

  • Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

    530 calories; 37 grams fat; 15 grams saturated fat; 17 grams monounsaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 0 grams carbohydrates; 0 grams dietary fiber; 0 grams sugars; 42 grams protein; 149 milligrams cholesterol; 171 milligrams sodium

  Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
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4 to 6 servings

Preparation

1. In a large skillet, brown shanks well in oil; this will take as long as half an hour (you can cover the pan to avoid spattering). Sprinkle with salt and pepper as they cook.
2. Lower the heat, pour off the excess fat, add the wine or stock. Simmer over low heat for 1½ to 2 hours, covered, turning and adding water, about ¼ cup at a time, as necessary, until the meat is falling of the bone.
3. Cool. Take meat off the bone and reserve the liquid. When the liquid is cool, skim the fat and reserve the juice. Use meat and juice in the following recipes.

At least 2 hours