Braised beef shank and wine is a timeless combination that celebrates the beauty of slow-cooked meats. The deep, savory richness of the beef paired with the complexities of wine creates a symphony of flavors. Whether you’re cooking for a special occasion or a cozy evening at home, this dish is sure to impress. With the right wine and a slow braise, you’ll unlock a masterpiece of flavors that embody the essence of comfort food at its finest.
Braised Beef Shank with Wine and Tarragon
This beef shank recipe is easy and delicious. I went to the grocery store, and beef shanks were on sale, so I brought them home, and this was the result. For the brave, the marrow in the bones is quite good.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pounds beef shank
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 1 onion, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 stalks celery, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 cup Marsala wine
- 1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
- 1 cup water, or as needed
- 2 tablespoons dried tarragon
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Directions
Gather all ingredients.
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Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
Heat olive oil in an oven-proof deep skillet with a lid over medium-high heat. Season beef shank with salt and pepper.
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Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Cook beef shank in hot oil until browned on all sides, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer beef shank to a plate.
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Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Sauté onion and celery in the same skillet until onion turns translucent, 5 to 10 minutes.
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Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Pour in wine and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off of the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon.
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Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Place beef shank into onion-wine mixture; add beef broth and pour in enough water to cover 1/2 to 3/4 of the beef shank. Sprinkle tarragon over shank; cover the skillet with a lid.
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Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Bake in the preheated oven until meat falls off the bone, about 5 hours. Season with salt and pepper before serving.
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Recipe Tips
This is a very flexible recipe. You can use different meats, wines, or spices. Including potatoes or carrots would be good, too.
For an extra kick, throw in some Grill Mates Montreal steak seasoning.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 449 | Calories |
| 22g | Fat |
| 13g | Carbs |
| 33g |
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