Rustic Greek Roasted Lamb Shanks

Slow-roasted to perfection with garlic, rosemary, lemon, and olive oil. Perfect for holiday dinners, Christmas feasts.

By HF Kitchen

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If you’re searching for a show-stopping holiday recipe, these Rustic Greek Roasted Lamb Shanks will steal the spotlight. With their melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, fragrant herbs, and Mediterranean flair, they’re ideal for Christmas dinner, Easter lunch, or a cozy Sunday roast.

Inspired by traditional Greek taverna flavours, this dish celebrates the art of slow roasting—infusing the lamb with garlic, lemon, olive oil, oregano, and red wine for a rich, rustic finish. Serve it with roasted potatoes, a Greek salad, or buttery orzo for a meal that feels both luxurious and heartwarming.

Rustic Greek Roasted Lamb Shanks

INGREDIENTS

Serves 4–6:

• 4 large lamb shanks

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 large onion, sliced

• 1 lemon, juiced and zested

• 3 tbsp Greek extra-virgin olive oil

• 1 cup dry red wine

• 1 cup chicken or beef broth

• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary (or 1 tsp dried)

• 1 tbsp dried oregano

• 1 tsp thyme

• 2 bay leaves

• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

• 4 medium potatoes, quartered (optional for roasting together)

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat the oven:

Heat your oven to 325°F (160°C).

2. Prepare the Lamb:

Pat lamb shanks dry. Rub them with salt, pepper, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, and rosemary.

3. Sear for Flavour:

In a heavy ovenproof pot or Dutch oven, brown the lamb shanks on all sides until golden. Remove and set aside.

4. Build the Base:

   Add sliced onions to the same pot and cook until caramelized. Stir in red wine and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits.

5. Slow Roast:

Return lamb shanks to the pot, add broth, thyme, and bay leaves. Cover tightly and roast for 2½–3 hours, until the lamb is tender and falls off the bone.

6. Optional:

Add potatoes to roast in the same pot during the last hour for a one-pan holiday meal.

7. Serve and Savour:

Garnish with fresh rosemary, a drizzle of olive oil, and a squeeze of lemon.

Serve with Greek salad, roasted vegetables, or herbed couscous.

Our Kitchen's Tips for the Perfect Greek Roast

1. Use good olive oil — it enhances flavour and gives that authentic Greek richness.

2. Add a cinnamon stick or cloves for a more festive, aromatic note.

3. Pair with a red wine like Merlot or Greek Agiorgitiko for a true Mediterranean touch.

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