What is Lamb Shanks Braised with Saba made of?

The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, Dried Rosemary, Fresh Rosemary. The full list of 12 is above.

How long does it take to make Lamb Shanks Braised with Saba?

About 3 hrs 50 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 3 hrs 30 mins to cook.

How many calories are in one serving?

One serving provides about 1846.58 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.

Is Lamb Shanks Braised with Saba easy to make?

This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 8 steps.

Is Lamb Shanks Braised with Saba healthy?

Lamb Shanks Braised with Saba has an easyChef Pro health score of 39/100. Per serving, it provides 1846.58 calories and 187.14 g of protein, or 374% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 731.92 mg (32% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 36.99 g (185% of the Daily Value). It contains Sulfites, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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Lamb Shanks Braised with Saba

Name: Lamb Shanks Braised with Saba
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 3 h 30 min
Total time: 3 h 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Greek, Italian
Ingredients: 0.33 cup Balsamic Vinegar; 1 tsp Black Pepper; 1 cup Chicken Broth; 0.5 tsp Dried Rosemary; 0.5 tsp Fresh Rosemary; 6 whole Garlic; 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon; 4 whole Lamb Shank; 2 tbsp Olive Oil; 2 tsp Salt; 1 tsp Smoked Paprika; 1 whole Yellow Onion

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Lamb Shanks Braised with Saba deliver rich, fall-off-the-bone meat infused with cinnamon, smoked paprika, and rosemary. The saba or aged balsamic reduces into a glossy, gently sweet-tart sauce that balances the lamb’s depth and caramelized onions and garlic. Serve for a cozy dinner or special weekend meal when you want something fragrant and comforting.

Prep20 mins
Cook3 hrs 30 mins
Serves4
DifficultyMedium

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Lamb Shanks Braised with Saba, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

39 Health Score

Glycemic ImpactFair: 51 / 100; Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor: 3 / 100; Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityFair: 52 / 100; Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed: 1 / 4; Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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13
Heart Health: 57
Metabolic: 16
Digestive: 21
Inflammatory: 49
Performance: 32
General Wellness

1

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
2

Put the lamb shanks in a large bowl; drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, cinnamon, and rosemary. Toss the lamb shanks to coat the meat evenly with the oil and seasonings.
3

Spread the onion slices and garlic cloves over the bottom of a heavy 9x12-inch baking dish. Arrange the lamb shanks on top of the onions and garlic.
4

Bake the lamb in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Lower the oven temperature to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C).
5

Stir together the chicken broth and saba in a bowl. Pour the mixture over the lamb shanks. Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and set the baking dish on a baking sheet.
6

Bake the lamb in the oven until a knife slides into the meat easily, 2 1/2 to 3 hours. The meat should be tender but not falling off the bone. Use tongs to turn the shanks in the pan sauce. Increase the temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
7

Return the shanks to the oven and bake, uncovered, until the meat is fork-tender and the sauce has thickened slightly, 10 to 15 minutes. Turn the shanks in the sauce after 10 minutes and check for tenderness; if still not tender enough, return to the oven for another 10 to 15 minutes and test again.
8

Move the lamb shanks to a bowl and keep warm. Strain the pan juices into a saucepan and set over medium heat. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring often, until thickened, about 5 minutes. Skim off any excess grease from the surface of the sauce. Taste and season with salt; stir in fresh rosemary. Serve the sauce drizzled over the lamb shanks.

About This Recipe

Lamb Shanks Braised with Saba is made with 12 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 3 hrs 50 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, and Dried Rosemary. Each serving provides about 1846.58 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Lamb Shanks Braised with Saba made of?: The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, Dried Rosemary, Fresh Rosemary. The full list of 12 is above.
How long does it take to make Lamb Shanks Braised with Saba?: About 3 hrs 50 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 3 hrs 30 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?: One serving provides about 1846.58 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Lamb Shanks Braised with Saba easy to make?: This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 8 steps.
Is Lamb Shanks Braised with Saba healthy?: Lamb Shanks Braised with Saba has an easyChef Pro health score of 39/100. Per serving, it provides 1846.58 calories and 187.14 g of protein, or 374% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 731.92 mg (32% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 36.99 g (185% of the Daily Value). It contains Sulfites, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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