Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
| 🥩 1 kg of veal shank | 🧄 2 cloves of garlic |
| 🧅 1 sliced onion | 🥕 600 g of carrots |
| 🥔 500 g of new potatoes | 🍃 1 stalk of celery |
| 🌱 1 leek | 🍷 50 cl of white wine |
| 🧂 Salt and pepper | 🥬 Assorted seasonal vegetables |
Utensils
| 🍽️ Stockpot | 🔪 Chef’s knife |
| 🥄 Wooden spoon | 📏 Measuring cup |
| 🧂 Salt and pepper shaker | 🍳 Frying pan |
| 🍷 Wine helmet | 🧊 Colander |
| 📋 Cutting board | 🍽️ Serving plate |
Step-by-step Preparation
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Total cooking time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Resting time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 2 hours 15 minutes
STEP 1: Wash and peel all the vegetables you will use to ensure their freshness.
STEP 2: Set aside one leek, one carrot, and one stalk of celery to prepare your bouquet garni and flavor the dish.
STEP 3: In a stockpot, place the veal shank and brown it on all sides to develop the flavors.
STEP 4: Add the sliced onion and the cloves of garlic to the stockpot to bring additional aromas to the dish.
STEP 5: Incorporate the chopped vegetables, such as carrots and turnips, around the veal shank.
STEP 6: Pour the white wine and broth into the stockpot to partially cover the meat and vegetables.
STEP 7: Add the bouquet garni and season with salt and pepper to taste before cooking.
STEP 8: Cover the stockpot and let simmer on low heat for 2 hours, checking the cooking regularly.
STEP 9: After this time, remove the stockpot from the heat and let the veal shank rest for about 15 minutes.
STEP 10: Serve the veal shank with the vegetables and its cooking juice hot to enjoy!
The recipe for braised veal shank with seasonal vegetables is an invitation to savor the fresh and natural products from the market. Each ingredient, carefully selected, brings its own flavors and textures, making every bite unforgettable. By opting for seasonal vegetables, you ensure a harmony of tastes while supporting local producers.
The braising technique allows the meat to become tender and juicy while absorbing the aromas of the chosen herbs and spices. With a bit of patience, it is possible to prepare a comforting dish that will delight your family and friends. Don’t hesitate to explore different combinations, as each season offers its share of varied vegetables that will enhance your veal shank.
