OSSO BUCO WITH GREMOLATA

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This is my favorite Osso Buco. It seems like a lot of work, but it's well worth the effort. The classic garnish for osso buco is gremolata which is a mix of grated lemon zest, parsley and garlic. This recipe is in The Italian Collection cookbook from The Best of Food & Wine.

Provided by Mary Close

Categories     Veal

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
5 lbs veal shanks (cut in 2 inch pieces and tied with string around their circumference)
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 medium onions, coarsely chopped
1 large carrot, coarsely chopped
1 medium celery rib, coarsely chopped
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1/2 teaspoon marjoram
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1 (28 ounce) can peeled Italian tomatoes, drained and coarsely chopped
2 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cups dry white wine or 2 cups dry vermouth
1 cup chicken stock or 1 cup canned broth
3 slices lemon zest, about 2 inches long
1 large bay leaf
4 sprigs parsley
1/2 cup minced parsley
3 medium garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a large flame proof casserole, melt the butter in the oil over moderate heat.
  • Dredge the veal in the flour and shake off any excess. Working in batches, saute veal on all sides until golden brown. Do not crowd the pan. Remove to a bowl.
  • Add the onions, carrots, celery and garlic. Cover and cook until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Place the veal on top of the vegetables, making sure the bones are upright. Sprinkle the marjoram, basil and thyme on top. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, white wine, chicken stock, strips of lemon zest, bay leaf and parsley sprigs. If necessary, add enough water to cover the shanks.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, until the meat is tender, about 2 hours.
  • Transfer the veal shanks to a heated platter, remove the strings and cover with foil to keep warm. Increase the heat to high and boil, stirring frequently until the sauce is reduced by half, about 20 minutes. Pour the sauce over the meat.
  • Just before serving , combine the parsley, garlic and lemon zest to make the gremolata. Sprinkle over the top of the Osso Buco.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.4, Fat 17, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 221.2, Sodium 343.2, Carbohydrate 24.3, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 6.1, Protein 58.5

Hasan Sardar
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This is a great recipe for a beginner cook. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Mateo
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I'm not a fan of gremolata, but I still enjoyed this dish. The meat was very flavorful.


Ghada Shalaby
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This recipe is a bit pricey, but it's worth every penny. The osso buco is melt-in-your-mouth delicious.


Isabella_ Armyy2010
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I'm not a big fan of veal, but I really enjoyed this dish. The gremolata was the perfect complement to the meat.


Beatrice Asare
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This is my favorite osso buco recipe. The meat is always so tender and flavorful.


Nick Manseder
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I've made this recipe several times and it always comes out perfectly. I highly recommend it!


Bentley Torres
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's sure to impress your guests.


Bright Mukwevho
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The lemon and parsley really brighten up the richness of the meat.


Lchi LG Lchi LG
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I'm a beginner cook and this recipe was easy to follow. The osso buco turned out great!


Bekka Manley
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I made this for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The presentation was beautiful and the flavors were amazing.


Jerusha Mwarema
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and impressive dish.


Advocate Sidhu
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I'm not a big fan of gremolata, but I still enjoyed this dish. The meat was very flavorful.


Eryn Hazel
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This is my go-to osso buco recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


M hassan Niazi
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I substituted white wine for the red wine and it was still delicious. The meat was fall-off-the-bone tender.


Ajmal Khan
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out amazing. The gremolata really makes the dish.


Manoj lodh Rajput
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This osso buco recipe is a keeper! The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the gremolata was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.