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Lemongrass-Ginger Lamb Shank with Coconut Rice

Lemongrass-Ginger Lamb Shank with Coconut Rice
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Lemongrass-Ginger Lamb Shank with Coconut Rice is a culinary masterpiece that combines tender lamb shanks slow-cooked in a flavorful broth infused with aromatic lemongrass and ginger. This dish promises a delightful experience for your taste buds, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family meal. Served alongside creamy coconut rice that absorbs the rich flavors of the stew, it’s a dish that embodies comfort and sophistication in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 4 lamb shanks (about 1 lb each)
  • 2 stalks lemongrass, trimmed and smashed
  • 3-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
  • 5 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 4 cups beef or chicken broth
  • 2 cups jasmine rice
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk

Instructions

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Sear lamb shanks until browned on all sides, then set aside.
  2. In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, ginger, and smashed lemongrass until fragrant (about 3-4 minutes).
  3. Return lamb shanks to the pot; add soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, lime juice, and broth. Stir well.
  4. Cover and reduce heat to low; simmer for about 2-3 hours until lamb is tender.
  5. For coconut rice, rinse jasmine rice under cold water. In a rice cooker or pot, combine rinsed rice with coconut milk and equal water; cook according to instructions or simmer until fluffy (15-20 minutes).
  6. Serve the lamb shank over coconut rice garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor. Adjust seasonings to taste as you cook. For variations, substitute lamb with beef or turkey shanks.

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