Slow-Cooked Lamb Shanks with Bush Tomato and Garlic

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Tender lamb shanks slow-cooked in a rich sauce of bush tomatoes and garlic, creating a hearty dish with traditional Australian bush flavors. This australian-inspired lamb ready in about 200 minutes pairs x 10 oz lamb shanks, olive oil, medium onion, chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 600 calories and feeds 2, 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 180 min Serves 2 Australian cuisine 600 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Season 2 lamb shanks with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then brown on all sides for 8 minutes until deeply caramelized; remove and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 chopped medium onion, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 chopped celery stalks, and 2 sliced medium carrots. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp bush tomato paste and 1 tsp dried thyme, cooking for 2 minutes until the paste darkens and becomes aromatic.
  4. Step 4: Return lamb shanks to the pot and pour in 2 cups beef stock, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Step 5: Cover the pot and transfer to the preheated oven. Slow-cook for 2.5 to 3 hours until the lamb shanks are fork-tender and the sauce is thickened.
  6. Step 6: Serve lamb shanks with the rich bush tomato sauce spooned over.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Cooked Lamb Shanks with Bush Tomato and Garlic take to make?

Total time is about 200 minutes (20 min prep + 180 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 Slow-Cooked Lamb Shanks with Bush Tomato and Garlic?

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 x 10 oz lamb shanks from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Lamb Shanks with Bush Tomato and Garlic?

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 Slow-Cooked Lamb Shanks with Bush Tomato and Garlic for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Slow-Cooked Lamb Shanks with Bush Tomato and Garlic?

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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