Restaurant-quality at home
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 2.5–3 hours
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
- 4 lamb shanks
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 cups beef or lamb stock
- 2 cloves garlic
- Fresh rosemary
- Salt & pepper
Method:
- Season lamb shanks generously
- Brown in a heavy pot until well coloured
- Add garlic and cook briefly
- Pour in red wine and reduce slightly
- Add stock and rosemary
- Cover and cook in oven at 160°C for 2.5–3 hours
- Turn shanks halfway through cooking
- Serve plated with sauce
Pro Tips:
- Reduce sauce at the end for a thicker finish
- Pair with mash or soft polenta
- Rest before serving for best texture
Why this works:
This is a premium dish made simple — a standout from any lamb shank meat box South Africa, perfect for slower evenings or entertaining.