Coconut Cream Lamb Shanks with Sweet Potatoes & Coriander
Coconut Cream Lamb Shanks with Sweet Potatoes & Coriander is a heartwarming dish that brings together tender lamb shanks simmered in rich coconut cream and complemented by the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes. This delightful recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or any festive gathering, offering a wonderful blend of aromatic spices and creamy textures that will surely impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Culinary fusion
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 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut cream
- 2 cups beef or chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Season lamb shanks with salt and pepper, then sear on all sides until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from pot.
- In the same pot, sauté chopped onion until translucent (3-4 minutes). Add minced garlic and ginger; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in ground coriander, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper; cook for about 30 seconds.
- Return lamb shanks to the pot with sweet potato chunks. Pour in coconut cream and broth; squeeze lime juice over.
- Bring to a simmer, cover with a lid, reduce heat to low, and let gently simmer for about 2 hours until lamb is tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamb shank with sauce (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg