Lamb Shanks Broth

Steps

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1. 1
   Place the lamb shanks with bones in a large pot and add 2 liters of water.
   ≈1:31
2. 2
   Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
   ≈1:39
3. 3
   Skim off and discard the foam that rises to the surface using a large spoon.
   ≈1:39
4. 4
   Add the salt and all the aromatics and spices: the quartered onions, celery chunks, cinnamon sticks, bay leaves, sliced garlic, cardamom pods, and whole cloves.
   ≈1:50
5. 5
   Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 3 hours until the meat is very tender and easily separates from the bones.
   ≈2:10
6. 6
   Transfer the cooked meat and bones to a plate and strain the broth through a sieve.
   ≈2:58
7. 7
   Use the meat and broth in your desired recipes, adjusting the quantities of meat and liquid according to the specific dish requirements.
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