Beef Shank Recipe – Fall-Off-the-Bone Tender -

Beef Shank Recipe – Fall-Off-the-Bone Tender

Slow-cooked beef shank becomes incredibly tender and flavorful, with rich, savory juices and meat that easily falls off the bone. This beginner-friendly recipe is perfect for a comforting family dinner.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 2 30

Servings: 4

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 520

Ingredients Notes

Ingredients

2 –3 lbs beef shank bone-in, cut into 1.5–2 inch thick pieces
Kosher salt and black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion diced
2 carrots diced
2 celery stalks diced
4 garlic cloves minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup dry red wine or substitute extra broth
2 –3 cups beef broth
2 bay leaves and a few sprigs of fresh thyme or rosemary

Notes

For the most tender beef shanks, cook them low and slow until the meat easily pulls away from the bone. Let the beef rest for a few minutes before serving, and spoon the rich cooking juices over the top for extra flavor.