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Lamb Shank Osso Buco
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 lamb shanks
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 2 cups beef or chicken broth
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Gremolata for garnish (optional): 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 garlic cloves, minced, zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Season the lamb shanks with salt and pepper, then dredge in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb shanks on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the lamb shanks and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the white wine and deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Allow the wine to reduce by half, about 5 minutes.
- Return the lamb shanks to the pot and add the broth, crushed tomatoes, rosemary, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring the liquid to a simmer.
- Cover the pot and transfer to the preheated oven. Braise the lamb shanks for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.
- While the lamb shanks are cooking, prepare the gremolata by combining the chopped parsley, minced garlic, and lemon zest in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Once the lamb shanks are done, remove them from the pot and keep warm. Skim off any excess fat from the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- To serve, place a lamb shank on each plate and spoon the sauce over the top. Garnish with the gremolata if desired.
- Enjoy your delicious Lamb Shank Osso Buco!
Lamb Shank Osso Buco is a traditional Italian dish that originated in Milan. It is a slow-cooked delicacy made from tender lamb shanks, braised in a rich and flavorful sauce. The dish is typically seasoned with garlic, rosemary, and thyme, and then simmered with tomatoes, onions, and carrots to create a luscious, melt-in-your-mouth texture. One of the most famous renditions of this dish can be found at the renowned Ristorante Gualtiero Marchesi in Milan, where Chef Marchesi perfected the art of Osso Buco, earning it a place in the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide. The key to a perfect Lamb Shank Osso Buco lies in the slow cooking process, allowing the meat to become incredibly tender and infused with the aromatic flavors of the sauce. For those seeking the best version of this dish today, a visit to Milan is a must. However, for those looking to recreate this culinary masterpiece at home, sourcing high-quality lamb shanks and using fresh, aromatic herbs are essential. Additionally, the slow braising process is crucial to achieving the perfect texture and depth of flavor. While traditionally made with lamb, some chefs also experiment with veal shanks or even beef shanks to create unique variations of this classic dish.
200 min
4
550 calories
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