🥘 Thai Curried Lamb Shank with Coconut and Baby Potatoes
Rich, comforting, and full of bold Thai flavours. This slow-cooked lamb dish is the ultimate winter warmer.
🍴Why You’ll Love This Recipe
There’s something deeply satisfying about a slow-cooked lamb shank especially when it’s simmered in creamy coconut milk, infused with Thai spices, and nestled alongside tender baby potatoes. This recipe is made for cosy Sundays, family dinners, or when you really want to impress without the stress.
🛒 Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 2–4 lamb shanks
- 200g baby potatoes
- 1 medium onion, roughly chopped
- 200ml coconut milk
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 sachet chicken stock concentrate
- 3 teaspoons Thai yellow curry paste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chilli powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cinnamon clove
👩🏽🍳 Method
1. Sear the Shanks
Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the lamb shanks and brown them on all sides, about 3–4 minutes per side. You’re aiming for a deep golden crust to lock in all that flavour.
Transfer the browned shanks to a large ovenproof casserole dish.
2. Build the Curry Base
Scatter the baby potatoes and chopped onion around the lamb in the dish.
In a separate jug or bowl, combine:
- 200ml coconut milk
- 1 cup boiling water
- Chicken stock concentrate
- Curry paste
- Paprika, pepper, chilli powder, salt, and cinnamon clove
Stir to combine, then pour the mixture over the lamb and vegetables. Make sure the shanks are mostly submerged in the sauce.
3. Slow Cook to Tenderness
Cover with foil or a lid and bake in a preheated oven at 170°C (340°F) for 2½ to 3 hours. The lamb should be falling off the bone and the potatoes soft. Remove the foil for the last 30 minutes if you’d like to reduce the sauce slightly.
🍚 Serving Suggestions
Serve the lamb shanks as-is or with:
- Steamed jasmine rice
- Garlic naan or roti
- A quick cucumber and mint salad to balance the heat
Spoon over that creamy, golden sauce generously — it’s the star of the show.
💬 Final Thoughts
This recipe is hearty, luxurious, and surprisingly simple. The Thai curry paste and coconut milk do all the heavy lifting and your oven handles the rest. Whether you’re cooking for loved ones or treating yourself, this is a dish that nourishes the soul.
📲 Tried it?
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