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Beef Shanks Recipe

These tender Beef Shanks are restaurant quality! They cook up low and slow until they’re incredibly tender.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 hours
Total Time5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Izzy

Ingredients

  • 2-3 pounds beef shanks cut into 3-4 inch pieces
  • flour for dredging
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/2 large white onion sliced into rings
  • 2 tablespoons garlic minced
  • 2 medium carrots chopped
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1/2 cup beef stock
  • 1 540 ml can diced tomatoes
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Dredge the beef shanks in flour to coat.
  • Melt the butter in a large oven-safe braising pan over medium to medium-high heat. Add the beef shanks and fry until browned on all sides.
  • Remove the beef shanks to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm. Preheat the oven to 300°F.
  • Add the onion slices to the skillet and cook, stirring often, until tender. Add the garlic and carrots and fry until the garlic is fragrant.
  • Pour in the white wine and deglaze the pan. Stir in the beef broth and tomatoes, scraping up the brown bits on the pan.
  • Return the beef to the pan and submerge it in the sauce. Cover the pan and transfer the shanks to the oven.
  • Cook for 4-5 hours until the shanks are moist and tender. Alternatively, the shanks can be cooked on the stovetop over low heat for 2-3 hours. Check the shanks occasionally and stir to ensure they don’t stick to the bottom of the pan.
  • Serve and enjoy with your favorite sides!