Herb-Crusted Lamb Shank with Tomato-Garlic Reduction and Rosemary Mashed Potatoes
Tender lamb shanks, coated in a fragrant herb crust, served with a rich tomato-garlic reduction and creamy rosemary mashed potatoes. This australian-inspired lamb ready in about 80 minutes pairs each lamb shanks, olive oil, chopped fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4, 200g each lamb shanks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp, chopped thyme
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 4, chopped tomatoes
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 500g, peeled and cubed potatoes
- 50g butter
- 1 tsp, chopped fresh rosemary
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Season lamb shanks with salt and pepper. Mix rosemary and thyme with olive oil, then press the mixture onto the lamb shanks.
- Step 2: Place shanks on a baking tray and roast for 40 minutes, until golden and tender.
- Step 3: In a saucepan, sauté garlic and tomatoes for 5 minutes. Add 200ml water and simmer for 10 minutes to make a reduction.
- Step 4: For mashed potatoes, boil potatoes until tender. Mash with butter and rosemary. Serve lamb shanks with reduction and mashed potatoes.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Crusted Lamb Shank with Tomato-Garlic Reduction and Rosemary Mashed Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 80 minutes (30 min prep + 50 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Herb-Crusted Lamb Shank with Tomato-Garlic Reduction and Rosemary Mashed Potatoes?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep each lamb shanks from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Crusted Lamb Shank with Tomato-Garlic Reduction and Rosemary Mashed Potatoes?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Herb-Crusted Lamb Shank with Tomato-Garlic Reduction and Rosemary Mashed Potatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Herb-Crusted Lamb Shank with Tomato-Garlic Reduction and Rosemary Mashed Potatoes?
Australian lamb like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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