Jul 14 2026

Osso Buco Recipe

Time2h 30m
Serves4

Slow-cooked veal shank with gremolata.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation of Osso Buco

  1. 1

    Season the meat

    Season the veal shanks with salt and black pepper on all sides.

  2. 2

    Brown the veal

    In a large heavy-bottomed pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the veal shanks and brown on all sides, approximately 5-7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Set aside the veal

    Remove the browned veal shanks from the pot and set aside.

  4. 4

    Sauté the vegetables

    In the same pot, add the diced carrot, celery, and onion. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

  5. 5

    Add garlic

    Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

  6. 6

    Incorporate tomato paste

    Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes, mixing well.

  7. 7

    Deglaze with wine

    Pour in the white wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze. Let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes.

  8. 8

    Combine ingredients

    Return the veal shanks to the pot, add the broth, bay leaves, and thyme. Bring to a gentle boil.

  9. 9

    Slow-cook the Osso Buco

    Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 2 hours until the meat is tender.

Preparation of Gremolata

  1. 10

    Mix gremolata ingredients

    In a small bowl, combine chopped parsley, lemon zest, and minced garlic.

  2. 11

    Prepare for serving

    Set the gremolata aside until ready to serve.

Serving

  1. 12

    Serve the dish

    Once the Osso Buco is cooked, remove the bay leaves and serve the veal shanks with the sauce over a bed of risotto or polenta, topped with the gremolata.

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