Citrus Osso Buco
- Serves 4
- Prep time 15 minutes
- Cook time 6 hours on low
Nutrition facts
Per serving: Calories 442, Protein 57 g, Fat 14 g, Carbohydrates 18 g, Fibre 2 g, Iron 3 mg, Calcium 87 mg, Sodium 293 mg
Citrus Osso Buco
Also needed
- 60 ml (¼ cup) flour
- 1 onion, chopped
- 8 garlic cloves, peeled
Optional
- 15 ml (1 tbsp) orange zest
- 15 ml (1 tbsp) lemon zest
Preparation
- Coat the veal shanks in flour.
- Heat a little olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Sear the veal shanks for 1 to 2 minutes on each side. Place them in the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix the veal stock with the orange juice and tomato paste. Pour into the slow cooker.
- Add the carrot, onion, garlic cloves, and the orange and lemon zest, if desired, into the slow cooker. Cover and let cook for 6 to 8 hours on low, until the meat separates from the bone.
Side dish idea
Creamy Sharp Cheddar Polenta
Bring 625 ml (2½ cups) milk to a boil in a pot. Gradually sprinkle in 125 ml (½ cup) cornmeal. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring with a wooden spoon. Add 125 ml (½ cup) shredded sharp cheddar and 30 ml (2 tbsp) butter. Season with salt and pepper, and stir.
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