Pork Osso Buco

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This pork osso buco with shank isn't as rich as veal, but I like it better. If you want veal, you can use it here, too.

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
3 hrs 20 mins
Total Time:
3 hrs 30 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

  • 6 thick-cut pork shank sections, 2 to 3 inches thick

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 1 large yellow onion, diced

  • 2 ribs celery, diced

  • 1 large carrot, diced

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

  • ¼ cup tomato paste

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup white wine

  • 1 bay leaf

  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme

  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary

  • teaspoon ground cloves

  • 2 cups chicken broth

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest

Directions

  1. Season pork shank with salt and pepper.

  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a heavy pot over high heat. Sear pork shanks in hot butter-oil mixture until browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and set aside.

  3. Cook and stir onion, celery, carrot, and salt in the same pot over medium heat until onion turns translucent. Add tomato paste; cook and stir until tomato starts to caramelize, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle in flour; stir for 2 minutes. Pour in wine, increase heat to medium-high, and simmer until sauce reduces slightly.

  4. Add bay leaf, thyme, rosemary, and cloves. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Return pork shanks to the pot along with any accumulated juices on the plate. Cover and cook at a very low simmer until meat is fork tender, 3 to 3 1/2 hours.

  5. Serve pork shanks with plenty of sauce, garnished with parsley and lemon zest.

    close up view of Pork Osso Buco in a white bowl
    Chef John

Recipe Tips

If using whole cloves, tie them in cheesecloth along with the bay leaf and other herbs to create a bouquet garni.

The pork osso buco shanks are delicious served over polenta, pasta, or rice.

Love garlic? Top osso buco with gremolata instead of parsley and lemon zest.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

262 Calories
8g Fat
10g Carbs
30g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 262
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g 11%
Saturated Fat 3g 14%
Cholesterol 82mg 27%
Sodium 1384mg 60%
Total Carbohydrate 10g 4%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 30g 61%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 35mg 3%
Iron 1mg 5%
Potassium 298mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.