Braised Lamb without vermouth

4 x meaty lamb shanks 1 x tbsp of sunflower oil 20 x shallots , peeled and halved across the breadth 2 x cloves of garlic , roughly chopped 1 x tbsp tomato[...]

45 grams raisins, seedless 30 grams golden raisins sultanas 800 grams lamb boneless, leg or shoulder 3 cups water 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 each bay leaves *[...]