Coconut Cream Lamb Shanks with Sweet Potatoes & Coriander
Coconut Cream Lamb Shanks with Sweet Potatoes & Coriander is a heartwarming dish perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions. The tender lamb shanks simmer in a rich coconut cream sauce, infused with aromatic spices and complemented by sweet potatoes. This one-pot wonder not only delivers mouthwatering flavors but also presents beautifully, making it an impressive centerpiece on your dining table. The unique combination of creamy coconut and fragrant coriander ensures that this dish is both comforting and delicious, leaving everyone at the table wanting more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lamb shanks
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1 (14 oz) can full-fat coconut cream
- 2 cups beef or chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a heavy pot over medium-high heat. Season lamb shanks with salt and pepper and brown them for about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the shanks and sauté the onion until translucent. Add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in ground coriander, cumin, and cinnamon. Cook for an additional minute.
- Return lamb to the pot, add sweet potatoes, coconut cream, broth, and lime juice.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for about 2 hours or until tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shank with sauce (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg