Lamb with veggies

Prep time: 10 min Cook time: 45 min Total time: 55 min Serves 4 Ingredients 4 lamb shanks, 350g each 16 : tbsp oil 200g : chopped onion 8 garlic cloves, crushed 40g : baby potatoes, halved 40g : baby carrots 40g : cherry tomatoes, halved 40g : green peas 200g : baby spinach 8 tbsp : lemon juice salt and ground black pepper Preparation 1. Generously season lamb with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over very high heat. Brown the shanks on all sides, about 15 minutes. Transfer lamb to a 33x23cm baking pan. Reserve any liquid from skillet in a separate bowl. 2. In same skillet, sauté onion, garlic, potatoes, carrots, cherry tomatoes, green peas and spinach for 6-8 minutes or until slightly brown and al dente. Set aside. 3. Mix the reserved liquid with lemon juice and bring to a boil. Pour liquid over shanks. 4. Braise in 180°C oven for about 45 minutes. Baste shanks with sauce from pan and turn when tender. 5. Serve lamb on a large platter with sautéed vegetables. Optional: Serve with lettuce and potato rosti. From: Gulfnews