Slow Cooker Lamb Shanks

October 16, 2025 by Camila

Instructions

1. Brown the Shanks
   • Heat oil in a pan. Season lamb with salt and pepper, then brown on all sides. Transfer to slow cooker.
2. Sauté Aromatics
   • In the same pan, sauté onion, carrots, and garlic until softened. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
3. Deglaze & Build Sauce
   • Add wine and bring to a boil. Stir in stock, bay leaves, and thyme. Pour over lamb in slow cooker.
4. Slow Cook
   • Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours until lamb is tender and falling off the bone.
5. Thicken Sauce (Optional)
   • Remove lamb and keep warm. Simmer sauce on high or transfer to a pan and reduce. Stir in flour slurry if needed.
6. Serve
   • Plate lamb shanks with sauce over mashed potatoes, polenta, or crusty bread.