Osso Buco Di Vitello Alla Milanese Recipe
Veal Shank with Risotto Milanese
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Osso Buco
Risotto Milanese
Method
For the Osso Buco
- 1
Prepare the Veal
Season the veal shanks with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, shaking off excess.
- 2
- 3
- 4
Deglaze the Pot
Pour in the white wine and scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Let it simmer for a few minutes.
- 5
Add Liquid and Seasoning
Return the veal shanks to the pot. Add beef stock, thyme, bay leaves, and lemon zest. Bring to a boil.
- 6
Simmer
Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, until the meat is tender.
- 7
For the Risotto Milanese
- 8
Prepare Broth
In a saucepan, heat chicken broth and add saffron strands to infuse.
- 9
- 10
Toast Rice
Add Arborio rice to the pot and stir for 2-3 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted.
- 11
Add Broth Gradually
Slowly add the warm chicken broth, one ladle at a time, stirring continuously until absorbed. Repeat until the rice is cooked al dente.
- 12
Finish Risotto
Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and let it rest covered for a few minutes.



