This pressure cooker recipe will give you perfectly tender and delicious lamb shanks in no time. The lamb shanks are cooked with white beans, resulting in a flavorful and hearty dish. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. Serve the lamb shanks with some crusty bread or over creamy mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
- 2 lamb shanks
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 1 cup dried white beans, soaked overnight
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 4 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Season the lamb shanks with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in the pressure cooker over medium heat. Add the lamb shanks and brown them on all sides. Remove the lamb shanks from the pressure cooker and set aside.
- In the same pressure cooker, add the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Saute for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
- Add the soaked white beans, bay leaf, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and chicken broth to the pressure cooker.
- Return the lamb shanks to the pressure cooker and close the lid. Cook on high pressure for 40 minutes.
- Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.
- Remove the lamb shanks from the pressure cooker and shred the meat using two forks.
- Return the shredded lamb meat to the pressure cooker and stir to combine with the beans and vegetables.
- Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve the pressure cooker lamb shanks with white beans hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Interesting Facts
Pressure cooking helps to tenderize the lamb shanks quickly.
Soaking the white beans overnight ensures that they cook evenly and become soft and creamy.
This dish can be easily adapted for a slow cooker if you prefer a longer cooking time.