Greek Lamb Shanks Slow Cooker

Indulge in the rich and aromatic flavors of Greek cuisine with this *Greek Lamb Shanks Slow Cooker* recipe. Perfectly seasoned lamb shanks are seared to golden perfection before simmering for hours in a slow cooker with a vibrant blend of ingredients, including juicy diced tomatoes, robust red wine, tangy lemon juice, and a hint of warm cinnamon. Enhanced with oregano, bay leaves, and optional kalamata olives, this Mediterranean-inspired dish achieves melt-in-your-mouth tenderness and bursts with savory depth. With minimal prep time and a hands-off cooking process, this recipe is an effortless way to bring restaurant-quality flavors to your table. Serve over creamy mashed potatoes, herbed rice, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the luscious sauce, and garnish with fresh parsley for the perfect finishing touch. Whether it's a cozy family meal or a dinner party centerpiece, this slow-cooked Greek lamb shank recipe is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces lamb shanks
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 4 pieces garlic cloves
• 400 grams diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 250 milliliters dry red wine
• 250 milliliters beef or chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 2 pieces bay leaves
• 0.5 cups kalamata olives (optional)
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the lamb shanks generously with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the lamb shanks on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the lamb shanks to the slow cooker.

Step 3

Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves. In the same skillet, sauté the onion until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste, cooking it for 1 minute to deepen its flavor.

Step 5

Pour in the red wine and scrape up any bits stuck to the bottom of the skillet. Let the wine simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 6

Add the diced tomatoes, stock, lemon juice, oregano, cinnamon, bay leaves, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine, then pour the mixture over the lamb shanks in the slow cooker.

Step 7

Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the lamb shanks are tender and falling off the bone.

Step 8

If using, add kalamata olives during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Step 9

Once cooked, remove the bay leaves and discard.

Step 10

Serve the lamb shanks with the sauce spooned over the top, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2540.3 grams (2540.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1991

Total Fat 114.90g	147%
Saturated Fat 33.20g	166%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 425mg	142%
Sodium 5838mg	254%
Total Carbohydrate 68.60g	25%
Dietary Fiber 18.40g	66%
Total Sugars 26.80g
Protein 125.80g	252%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 501mg	39%
Iron 23mg	129%
Potassium 3729mg	79%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.1%

Protein: 27.8%

Carbs: 15.1%