Lamb wings are, of course, lamb shanks. In this recipe, they are smoked until they reach an internal temperature of 60°C. Then, they are glazed with a blackberry and garlic glaze. I promise you it tastes as good as it looks. Prepare your BBQ for indirect cooking, lid closed, at 225°F (110°C). When the BBQ is hot, place the shanks on the grate and let them smoke for about 1h30.

Smoked lamb shanks slowly glazed with a homemade blackberry and garlic sauce? Here’s an original and flavorful recipe that steps outside the boundaries of traditional barbecue. Thanks to its aromatic richness, lamb pairs perfectly with the fruity, tangy notes of blackberry, while roasted garlic wraps everything in a powerful, slightly sweet touch. This recipe is ideal for impressing your guests with a dish that is both elegant and rustic, while exploring a new dimension of BBQ.

The History of This Recipe

Inspired by low & slow BBQ traditions, this fruity version pays homage to Cretan cuisine, where lamb and small fruits naturally coexist. It reflects the creativity of a more refined barbecue while keeping the indulgence and generosity of family recipes.

⏱️ Time

  • Prep: 15 min
  • Cook: 1h40
  • Rest: 0 min

🧂 Ingredients

  • 4 lamb shanks
  • 200 g blackberries
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 cup rub of your choice
  • 1/2 cup simple syrup, honey, or agave syrup

🔥 Instructions

  1. Trim the shanks of all membranes.
  2. Lightly oil the meat and sprinkle with rub. Marinate in the fridge for a few hours.
  3. Prepare your BBQ for indirect cooking at 225°F (110°C).
  4. Place the shanks on the grate and smoke for about 1h30.
  5. Prepare the glaze: chop the garlic, heat the syrup with 100 g of blackberries and the garlic over low heat. Mash, then blend.
  6. Glaze the shanks with the sauce, close the BBQ for 10 min. Serve hot.

🍽️ Presentation & Sides

Serve with roasted sweet potatoes, grilled vegetables, or a young greens salad with feta and mint.

🥗 Dietary Variants

  • 🍯 Use low-GI agave syrup instead of honey.
  • 🌱 Try a homemade rub without added sugar or salt.
  • 🧄 For a milder taste, confit the garlic beforehand.

🍽️ Nutrition Facts

🍽️ Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Energy465 kcal
Total Fat30 g
Saturated Fat12 g
Omega-30.4 g
Carbohydrates14 g
Sugars11 g
Fiber3 g
Protein31 g
Cholesterol90 mg
Sodium1.5 g
Calcium35 mg
Iron3.2 mg
Vitamin B122.4 µg

*DV: Daily Values for an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal)

🧬 Health sheet – Cancer + Diabetes

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🥗 Is this recipe healthy ?

Yes, in moderation. Lamb is rich in protein and iron, blackberries provide antioxidants, and slow cooking limits toxic compounds. However, the sweet glaze should be used sparingly.

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🍖 Cancer: Benefits, Risks, Recommendations
Benefits: natural antioxidants (blackberries), slow cooking, no charring.
Risks: red meat (moderation), rub potentially high in nitrites/sugar.
Advice: use a natural rub, serve with cruciferous vegetables.

🩸 Diabetes: Benefits, Points to Moderate, Advice
Strengths: low in complex carbs, fiber from blackberries.
To watch: syrup or honey = glycemic spike.
Advice: choose agave syrup and limit the amount of glaze.

âś… Health Summary
A creative and flavorful recipe to include occasionally in a balanced diet, particularly for its richness in micronutrients.

đź’ˇ Final Health Tip
Serve with a generous portion of grilled vegetables to balance nutrients and support digestion of animal fats.