Tender lamb shanks coated in a sweet and spicy ancho chile honey glaze.

Indulge in this delicious and succulent dish of lamb shanks with a mouthwatering ancho chile honey glaze. Perfect for a special occasion or a comforting family meal.

Ingredients

• 4 lamb shanks
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons ancho chile powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Season the lamb shanks with salt and pepper.
3. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
4. Brown the lamb shanks on all sides, then remove from the pot and set aside.
5. Add the onions and garlic to the pot and sauté until softened.
6. Stir in the beef broth, honey, ancho chile powder, and cumin.
7. Return the lamb shanks to the pot and bring the mixture to a simmer.
8. Cover the pot and transfer to the oven. Cook for 2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
9. Remove the lid from the pot and cook for an additional 30 minutes, basting the lamb shanks with the glaze.
10. Serve the lamb shanks with the remaining glaze drizzled on top.

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