Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsDonatello Italian RestaurantOssobuco Alla Milanese Recipe

Ossobuco Alla Milanese Recipe

Time3h
Serves4

Veal shank with marrow bone, slowly braised in a delicate sauce, served with saffron risotto

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Ingredients

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Ossobuco

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Veal

    Season the veal shanks with salt and pepper. In a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the veal shanks on all sides until browned, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In the same pot, add the diced carrots, celery, and onion. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

  3. 3

    Deglaze the Pot

    Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes. Pour in the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Braise the Ossobuco

    Return the veal shanks to the pot. Add the beef broth, bay leaves, and thyme. Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 2-2.5 hours until the meat is tender.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Remove the ossobuco from the pot and let rest for a few minutes. Serve hot, garnished with gremolata if desired, alongside saffron risotto.

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