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Coconut Cream Lamb Shanks with Sweet Potatoes & Coriander

Coconut Cream Lamb Shanks with Sweet Potatoes & Coriander
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Coconut Cream Lamb Shanks with Sweet Potatoes & Coriander is a sumptuous dish that brings rich, comforting flavors to your table. Tender lamb shanks are slow-cooked in a creamy coconut sauce, perfectly complemented by sweet potatoes and fragrant coriander. This recipe is ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners where you want to impress your guests with minimal effort. The melt-in-your-mouth texture of the lamb combined with the natural sweetness of the potatoes creates a delightful flavor experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

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  • 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

  1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season lamb shanks with salt and pepper, then sear until browned on all sides (about 4-5 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, sauté the chopped onion until softened (3-4 minutes), then add minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir until fragrant.
  3. Add ground coriander, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper; mix well.
  4. Return lamb shanks to the pot and layer sweet potato chunks on top. Pour in coconut cream and broth followed by lime juice.
  5. Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 2 hours or until lamb is tender.

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