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Braised Pork Osso Buco

Braised Pork Osso Buco prepared dish

Braised pork osso buco is a rich and flavorful dish featuring tender pork shanks slow-cooked in a savory broth with aromatic vegetables and herbs. This comforting meal is perfect for a special occasion or a cozy family dinner. Serve it with creamy polenta or risotto for a complete experience!

This recipe is italian style, dinner, scaled for 4 servings, with 20 min prep and 150 min cook.

Prep: 20 min · Cook: 150 min · Total: 170 min · Serves: 4

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include garlic, fresh parsley, lemon zest, celery.
  • Follow all 11 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.

Ingredients

  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 2 stalks celery (diced)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 medium carrots (diced)
  • 4 pieces pork shanks
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 leaves bay leaves
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme (chopped)
  • 1 large onion (chopped)
  • 1 cup dry white wine

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Season the pork shanks with salt and black pepper, then brown them in the hot oil on all sides, about 8 minutes.
  4. Remove the pork shanks and set them aside on a plate.
  5. In the same pot, add the diced carrots, celery, and chopped onion, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  7. Pour in the white wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze, and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
  8. Add the chicken broth, bay leaves, thyme, and lemon zest to the pot, stirring to combine.
  9. Return the pork shanks to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid.
  10. Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven, braising for about 2 hours or until the pork is tender.
  11. Remove the pot from the oven, discard the bay leaves, and stir in the chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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