Red Wine Braised Center-Cut Beef Shanks Recipe

Name: Red Wine Braised Center-Cut Beef Shanks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 beef shanks (Center Cut 8 oz. each); 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 teaspoons fine sea salt; 2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper; 2 cups brown onions (Chopped); 1 cup carrot (Chopped); 3 tablespoons garlic (Chopped); 2 cups merlot (Repertoire); 6 cups beef stock; 3 cups roma tomatoes (Chopped); 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 3 bay leaves; 2 sprigs lemon thyme; 2 sprigs fresh parsley; 3 sprigs fresh rosemary; 2 sprigs winter savory (Fresh); 4 juniper berries; 4 black peppercorns; 1 lb egg noodles

Servings: persons

4 beef shanks (Center Cut 8 oz. each)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons fine sea salt
2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
2 cups brown onions (Chopped)
1 cup carrot (Chopped)
3 tablespoons garlic (Chopped)
2 cups merlot (Repertoire)
6 cups beef stock
3 cups roma tomatoes (Chopped)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3 bay leaves
2 sprigs lemon thyme
2 sprigs fresh parsley
3 sprigs fresh rosemary
2 sprigs winter savory (Fresh)
4 juniper berries
4 black peppercorns
1 lb egg noodles

1
In a braising pan heat 3-tablespoons olive oil, onions, carrots and saute until tender. Add garlic and saute for a minute.
2
In a bowl add olive oil, sea salt, black pepper and wisk. Toss beef shanks one at a time in oil.
3
Place 2 beef-shanks in braising pan and sear on both sides, remove from pan and set aside. Sear remaining beef shanks and place all beef- shanks into the pan.
4
Add 1/2 cup Merlot wine and reduce wine by one-half.
5
Add beef stock, tomatoes, tomato paste, bring to a full boil and reduce to simmer.
6
Place fresh herbs, juniper berries, peppercorns in cheesecloth, tie with string and place in pan. Place a tight fitting lid over pan and braise 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until beef is tender.
7
Remove beef-shanks and hold warm. Strain beef stock and cook egg noodles in beef stock until tender.
8
Divide noodles into warm bowls and place 1 Center-Cut Beef Shank on top. Add beef broth and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
9
Chef's Note: Use a good quality Repertoire Wine2006 2006; Harmony Cellars, Paso Robles, Calif.

986

kcal

Calories

Fat

123

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 beef shanks (Center Cut 8 oz. each), 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 teaspoons fine sea salt, 2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Red Wine Braised Center-Cut Beef Shanks falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Red Wine Braised Center-Cut Beef Shanks

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