Osso Buco Milanese Recipe

Experience the authentic flavors of Milan with this easy-to-follow Osso Buco recipe! Tender veal shanks braised to perfection in a fragrant sauce of white wine, tomatoes, and fresh herbs. A classic Italian dish that's surprisingly simple to make, perfect for a special occasion or a cozy weeknight dinner. This recipe, adapted from a surprising source (the Aces Best of Bridge Cookbook!), delivers incredible taste without the fuss.

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 150 mins

Calories 279.7 kcal

Protein 7g

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Ingredients for Osso Buco Milanese

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Salt And Pepper
4 veal shanks (about 1.5 lbs each)
Olive Oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 large chopped carrot
1 large chopped onion
2 chopped celery stalks
2 minced garlic cloves
2 bay leaves
Fresh Marjoram
Fresh Parsley
Lemon, Rind Of
Dry White Wine
Italian Plum Tomatoes
Chicken Broth
Lemon Zest
Garlic Clove

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How to Make Osso Buco Milanese

In a large plastic bag, combine 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
Add 4 veal shanks (about 1.5 lbs each) to the bag and coat thoroughly with the flour mixture.
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the veal shanks on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Remove the veal from the skillet. Reduce heat to medium, add 2 tablespoons butter, 1 large chopped carrot, 1 large chopped onion, 2 chopped celery stalks, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 bay leaves, 1 teaspoon dried marjoram, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and the zest of 1 lemon.
Sauté the vegetables for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Add 1 cup dry white wine and cook for another 5 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Stir in 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes and 2 cups beef broth.
Return the veal shanks to the skillet. Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 325°F (160°C). Cover and bake for 2 hours, or until the veal is very tender.
While the Osso Buco is baking, prepare the gremolata: Combine 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 tablespoons grated lemon zest, and 1 clove minced garlic.
Once cooked, garnish each serving of Osso Buco with a generous spoonful of gremolata and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

27g

Carbs

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Soups, Stews & Chilis Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Beef & Red Meat European Italian Mediterranean Fall Recipes

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Main Dish Beef Veal Meat 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Osso Buco Milanese?

Osso Buco Milanese takes about 180 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 150 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Osso Buco Milanese?

Osso Buco Milanese has approximately 279.7 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 28 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Osso Buco Milanese?

The key ingredients for Osso Buco Milanese are Flour, Salt And Pepper, Veal Shanks, Olive Oil, Butter, Carrots. See the full list with measurements above.