Osso Bucco (Veal Shanks) With Lemon-Tangerine Gremolata

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Traditional Italian Osso Bucco (Veal Shanks) with Lemon-Tangerine Gremolata
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

2 hours 30 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

4 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups onions , minced
1/2 cup carrot , finely chopped
1/2 cup celery , finely chopped
2 garlic cloves , minced
6 lbs veal shanks , see note
salt and pepper
1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup olive oil
1 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 cup chicken stock
3 cups tomatoes , chopped ripe . See note
1 tablespoon sugar
2 bay leaves
gremolata
1 tablespoon lemon peel , grated
1 1/2 tablespoons tangerine peel , grated
1 tablespoon garlic , finely minced
3 tablespoons parsley , finely chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
700
Sugar
10g
Fat
35g
Osso Bucco is a traditional Italian dish that consists of slowly braised veal shanks that are cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce until they are tender and falling off the bone. The dish is typically served with gremolata, which is a mixture of grated citrus peel, garlic, and parsley that adds a bright and fresh flavor to the rich and hearty dish. This version of Osso Bucco includes both lemon and tangerine in the gremolata, which adds an extra level of flavor complexity to the dish. It is a perfect meal to impress your guests at your next dinner party or to enjoy with your family during a special occasion.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.In a large oven-safe pot, melt butter over medium heat and sauté onions, carrots, celery, and garlic until soft.
3.Season veal shanks with salt and pepper, and coat in flour. In a separate pan, heat olive oil and brown veal shanks on all sides.
4.Transfer browned veal shanks to the pot with the vegetables.
5.Add wine, basil, thyme, chicken stock, tomatoes, sugar, and bay leaves to the pot.
6.Bring to a boil, then cover and place in the oven. Bake for 2 hours, or until veal shanks are tender.
7.Meanwhile, prepare the gremolata by combining lemon peel, tangerine peel, garlic, and parsley in a small bowl.
8.Serve osso bucco with gremolata sprinkled on top.

PROS

Osso Bucco is a savory and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special dinner or holiday meal.

The addition of the lemon-tangerine gremolata adds a bright and citrusy flavor that balances out the richness of the veal.

This dish is also a great source of protein.

CONS

Veal shanks can be expensive and difficult to find at some grocery stores.

This dish requires a long cooking time and some preparation, so it may not be the best option for a quick and easy dinner.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Veal is a good source of protein, iron, and B vitamins.
The vegetables in this dish provide fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
The lemon and tangerine in the gremolata provide vitamin C, which can help boost immunity and improve skin health.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.