Osso Buco Pork Shank Recipe
Braised in a classic pork demi-glace and served over garlic mashed potatoes.
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Ingredients
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Pork Shank
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Method
Pork Shank Preparation
- 1
Season the Pork
Pat the pork shanks dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Sear the Pork
In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shanks for about 4-5 minutes on each side until browned. Remove and set aside.
- 3
- 4
Add Tomato Paste
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
- 5
- 6
Add Stock and Herbs
Add the stock, thyme, bay leaf, and return the pork shanks to the pot. The liquid should cover about 2/3 of the shanks.
- 7
Braise
Cover the pot and transfer to a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C). Braise for about 2 hours until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.
Garlic Mashed Potatoes Preparation
- 8
Boil Potatoes and Garlic
In a large pot, add cubed potatoes and whole garlic cloves. Cover with water and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- 9
Drain and Mash
Drain the potatoes and garlic. Return to the pot, add butter, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.
- 10
