Rustic Greek Roasted Lamb Shanks

A Holiday Feast Worth Remembering

By HomeFindss 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 winter 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.

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

Preheat the oven:

Heat your oven to 325°F (160°C).

Prepare the Lamb:

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

Sear for Flavour:

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

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.

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.

Optional:

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

Serve and Savor:

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.

Perfect For:

1. Christmas Dinner Main Course

2. Greek-Inspired Holiday Feast

3. Winter Comfort Food Recipes

4. Easter Sunday Roast Ideas

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