Turkish Braised Lamb Shank with Pomegranate-Walnut Glaze & Roasted Beet Tabbouleh
Prep 20 min · Cook 2 h · Serves 4 · medium

Tender lamb shanks braised low-and-slow in a rich pomegranate reduction with walnuts and warming spices, served alongside a vibrant tabbouleh made with roasted beets, bulgur, and fresh herbs. A sophisticated Turkish-Mediterranean celebration of bold flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 10 oz each) lamb shanks, bone-in, trimmed of excess fat
- 1/2 cup pomegranate molasses, unsweetened, no added sugars
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds, fresh, for garnish
- 1/3 cup walnuts, toasted, roughly chopped
- 1 large onion, quartered
- 6 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 whole cinnamon stick
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp coriander seeds
- 2 whole bay leaves
- 1.5 cups beef broth, low-sodium
- 3 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
- 1 tsp salt, to taste


