Turkish Braised Lamb Shank with Charred Okra & Herbed Barley Pilaf

Name: Turkish Braised Lamb Shank with Charred Okra & Herbed Barley Pilaf
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 110 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pieces (6-8 oz each) lamb shanks; 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 large yellow onion; 6 cloves garlic cloves; 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 2 cups low-sodium beef broth; 2 tbsp pomegranate molasses; 1.5 tsp ground cumin; 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon; 4 sprigs fresh thyme; 2 leaves bay leaves; 1 tsp sea salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper; 1 lb fresh okra; 1.5 cups pearl barley; 3 cups vegetable broth; 0.25 cup fresh mint; 0.25 cup fresh parsley; 1 whole lemon

Prep 20 min · Cook 1 h 30 min · Serves 4 · medium

Mediterranean Diet

Succulent lamb shanks braised in a fragrant tomato-cinnamon broth with hints of pomegranate and cumin, served alongside crispy pan-charred okra and fluffy herb-infused barley. An aromatic Turkish classic that's elegant yet comforting.

Ingredients

4 pieces (6-8 oz each) lamb shanks
4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 large yellow onion
Two cups of something delicious
A generous pinch of patience
The secret ingredient
A splash of good olive oil
Fresh herbs, chopped

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