8Ingredients
1150Calories
105Minutes
Barbecue move over. Sweet sauce draped over mild lamb and served on tops of polenta. This dish is fit for a king. This lamb will practically melt in your mouth. Mixed with plump, sweet raisins and honey sauce, your loved one will appreciate the effort that you put into making this special meal.
Ingredients
- 2 lamb shanks
- vegetable broth (50 cl. of)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- thyme sprigs (Fresh)
- 40 grams raisins
- water (1.7 lt.)
- 250 grams polenta
- 50 grams grated parmesan cheese
Directions
- Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius
- In a dutch oven over medium heat, brown the lamb shanks on every side.
- Season with salt and pepper and add broth, honey and a bit of thyme. Mix well.
- Transfer the pot to the oven and bake for 2 hours.
- Occasionally, baste the meat with its juices.
- Lower the oven temperature to 160 C, and bake for another 30 minutes.
- Lower the oven temperature to 140 C and add the raisins and bake for another 30 minutes, basting the lamb shanks ocassionaly.
- In a large saucepan combine water with salt and bring to a boil.
- Add polenta and stir.
- Lower the heat and cover. Stir every 4-5 minutes, scraping sides and bottom.
- Cook for 30-35 minutes. Remove from heat and add Parmesan cheese.
- To serve, place the polenta on a plate, top with a lamb shank and raisin sauce.
NutritionView more
1150Calories
Sodium44%DV1060mg
Fat98%DV64g
Protein173%DV88g
Carbs21%DV63g
Fiber12%DV3g
PER SERVING *
| Calories1150Calories from Fat580 |
| % DAILY VALUE* |
| Total Fat64g98% |
| Saturated Fat29g145% |
| Trans Fat |
| Cholesterol305mg102% |
| Sodium1060mg44% |
| Potassium1430mg41% |
| Protein88g173% |
| Calories from Fat580 |
| % DAILY VALUE* |
| Total Carbohydrate63g21% |
| Dietary Fiber3g12% |
| Sugars39g78% |
| Vitamin A |
| Vitamin C |
| Calcium |
| Iron |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Reviews(1)
Yummly User
Candi S. 3 Jul 2015
This recipe was amazing. The flavor combinations were so savory. I served this for a holiday feast and my guests couldn't get enough. This one's a keeper for all those who love lamb.
