Braised Lamb Shanks with Coriander, Fennel, and Star Anise

Ingredients

• 4 large lamb shanks (about 5 pounds)
• 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
• 2 tablespoons fennel seeds
• 2 tablespoons coriander seeds
• ½ teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
• 2 bay leaves
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• + 10 more ingredients
• • 1 large white onion
  • 3 celery stalks
  • 1 small leek
  • 4 cups low-salt chicken broth
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 6 whole cloves
  • 10 garlic cloves
  • 2 carrots
  • 3 cups ruby Port
  • 2 whole star anise

Mix coriander, fennel, and peppercorns in heavy small skillet. Toast on medium-high heat until aromatic and slightly darker, about 2 minutes. Transfer to spice grinder; process until finely ground. Rub each shank with 1 rounded teaspoon spice blend. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoo...

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