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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

O Que É 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.

Qual o Sabor de Beef Shank?

Beef Shank tem um sabor rich, deep beefy, umami com aromas de meaty, savory.

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

Technical Metrics

Informação Nutricional

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

Segredo do 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.

Substitutos e Proporções de Beef Shank

O melhor substituto para Beef Shank é Beef Oxtail, usado na proporção de 1:1. Similar high collagen content and rich, gelatinous texture when slow-cooked, excellent for stews and stocks.

Substitutos para Beef Shank com proporções
Substituto Proporção Melhor para
Beef Oxtail Melhor 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.

Como Escolher e Armazenar Beef Shank

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

O Que Combina Bem Com Beef Shank?

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

Perguntas frequentes

Qual o sabor de Beef Shank?

Rich, Deep Beefy, Umami Meaty, Savory

Qual é um bom substituto para Beef Shank?

O melhor substituto é Beef Oxtail (1:1). Similar high collagen content and rich, gelatinous texture when slow-cooked, excellent for stews and stocks.

Como escolher e armazenar Beef Shank?

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

Receitas Usando Beef Shank

Main Dish Dinner Party Main Ingredient Toddler Friendly

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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