Vietnamese cuisine
Vietnamese lamb shanks with sweet potatoes
Fall in love with tender Vietnamese lamb shanks paired with sweet potatoes for a comforting yet light meal.
Experience the rich flavors of Vietnamese cuisine with this delightful recipe featuring succulent lamb shanks and creamy sweet potatoes. The meat falls off the bone, while the potatoes soak up all the savory broth, making it perfect for a cozy lunch.
Method
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Heat oven to 160C/140C fan/gas 3. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a heavy-bottomed casserole, season the shanks, then brown them 2 at a time on all sides, adding the remaining oil for the second batch. Remove the lamb and add the onions. Fry them quite briskly, about 30 secs, add the ginger, garlic and chopped chilli, then turn the heat down and cook for 1 min. Add 1 tbsp sugar, stir, then add the star anise, lemongrass, stock, purée and seasoning. Bring to the boil.
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Cover and cook in the oven for 1½ hrs, then add the sweet potatoes and cook for 1 hr more. The lamb should be completely tender and almost falling off the bones. Stir in the fish sauce, lime juice and 1 tsp sugar to just lift the flavour, then scatter with the mint, basil and the sliced chilli to serve.
FAQ
Is «Vietnamese lamb shanks with sweet potatoes» gluten-free?
Yes. «Vietnamese lamb shanks with sweet potatoes» is a gluten-free recipe, safe for celiac disease when you use certified gluten-free products.
How many calories and carbs are in a serving of «Vietnamese lamb shanks with sweet potatoes»?
One serving has 613 kcal, 66.8 g carbs, 27.7 g protein and 23.9 g fat. The recipe makes 5 servings.
Is «Vietnamese lamb shanks with sweet potatoes» suitable for gestational diabetes (GDM)?
Occasionally — watch your portion size. Carb load: высокая. This is not medical advice — with GDM, check with your doctor and glucose meter.