Bacon Lamb Shanks

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork bacon

Turkey bacon is lower in fat and calories, while pork bacon is more affordable.

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: grape juice

Non-alcoholic wine maintains similar flavors, while grape juice is a cost-effective substitute.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while water with seasoning is the most economical option.

lamb shanks

🥗Healthier: beef shanks

💰Cheaper: pork shanks

Beef shanks provide a similar texture, while pork shanks are typically less expensive.

Wrap each lamb shank with pork belly bacon.

Place the wrapped lamb shanks on the grill opposite the hot coals.

Set the grill temperature to around 325°F (175°C).

Chop up a whole onion.

Chop garlic finely.

Chop a large mushroom.

Chop rosemary finely.

In a bowl, combine beef stock, tomato paste, gravy powder, white pepper, SPG, Worcestershire sauce, and half a can of Guinness stout; mix well.

Heat the braising liquid mixture until cooked down.

Add spicy barbecue sauce to the mixture and stir.

Place the lamb shanks in a pan with the braising liquid.

Cover the pan and braise for about 3 hours, checking for tenderness.

Serve the lamb shanks with your choice of sides.

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