Slow Cooker Miso-Braised Lamb Shanks with Root Mash
Slow Cooker Miso-Braised Lamb Shanks with Root Mash is a heartwarming dish that combines tender, fall-off-the-bone lamb shanks with a rich, savory miso broth. Infused with garlic and ginger, this recipe transforms your kitchen into a cozy haven of delightful aromas. Perfect for family gatherings or entertaining guests, this comforting meal is paired beautifully with creamy root mash. Experience the ultimate culinary delight with minimal effort!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lamb shanks (about 1.5 lbs each)
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 parsnips, chopped
- 2 large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 3 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Sear the lamb shanks in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 4 minutes per side until browned.
- In a bowl, whisk together the miso paste, garlic, ginger, and vegetable broth until smooth.
- Place the seared lamb into the slow cooker. Pour the miso mixture over the lamb and add chopped carrots and parsnips.
- Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours or until fork-tender.
- For the root mash, boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15 minutes), then drain and mash with butter until creamy.
- Serve lamb shanks alongside root mash, drizzling some cooking liquid over both.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamb shank with root mash (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 125mg