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Beef Shank

Bos taurus (cut from leg) Allergen-Free
Beef Shank

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A (Animalia)
  • Primary Cuisine Global (especially Italian, French, Asian)
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Beef cattle leg muscle

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Beef Shank ?

A tough but flavorful cut of beef from the leg, rich in collagen and connective tissue, ideal for slow cooking methods like braising, stewing, and making stocks.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Beef Shank ?

Le/La/L'Beef Shank a un goût rich, deep beefy, umami avec des arômes meaty, savory.

Taste
Rich, Deep Beefy, Umami
Texture
Tough (raw), Tender and Fall-apart (cooked), Gelatinous
Aroma
Meaty, Savory
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 113g (4 oz)
Calories185 kcal
Total Fat8.5 g
Saturated Fat3.5 g
Trans Fat0.75 g
Cholesterol75 mg
Protein28 g
Total Carbohydrate0 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars0 g
Calcium15 mg
Iron3 mg
Potassium325 mg

Le secret du chef

Browning beef shank thoroughly before slow-cooking creates a deep, caramelized crust (Maillard reaction) that significantly enhances the final flavor of your stew or braise.

Substituts & Proportions pour Beef Shank

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Beef Shank est Beef Oxtail, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar high collagen content and rich, gelatinous texture when slow-cooked, excellent for stews and stocks.

Substituts pour Beef Shank avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Beef Oxtail Meilleur 1:1 Similar high collagen content and rich, gelatinous texture when slow-cooked, excellent for stews and stocks.
Beef Chuck Roast 1:1 Good for slow-cooking, becomes tender, but lacks the distinctive bone marrow and gelatin of shank.
Lamb Shank 1:1 Offers similar structure and slow-cooking potential but with a distinct lamb flavor.
Pork Hocks (Ham Hocks) 1:1 High in collagen, provides rich flavor and gelatin, but has a pork base and often cured.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Beef Shank

Look for bone-in slices (osso buco style) for maximum flavor and gelatin.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Beef Shank ?

  • Red Wine
  • Root Vegetables
  • Tomatoes
  • Garlic
  • Herbs (Rosemary
  • Thyme)
  • Gremolata

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Beef Shank ?

Rich, Deep Beefy, Umami Meaty, Savory

Quel est un bon substitut pour Beef Shank ?

Le meilleur substitut est Beef Oxtail (1:1). Similar high collagen content and rich, gelatinous texture when slow-cooked, excellent for stews and stocks.

Comment choisir et conserver le Beef Shank ?

Look for bone-in slices (osso buco style) for maximum flavor and gelatin.

Recettes utilisant le/la/l'Beef Shank

Toddler Friendly Asian Cuisine Dietary

Beef Pho

Experience the rich, savory depths of authentic Vietnamese Beef Pho! This classic recipe, perfect for beef lovers, delivers a heartwarming and flavorful soup that's worth the time. While the elaborate, slow-simmered broth takes dedication (and is best made a day ahead), the result is a deeply rewarding culinary journey. Fresh herbs and perfectly seared beef elevate this dish to an unforgettable experience. Prepare to be amazed!

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