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Pork Shank Recipe

Slow-cooked pork shanks become meltingly tender and richly flavorful, perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 bone-in pork shanks about 2–3 pounds each
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups chicken or beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme chopped
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste

Equipment

  • Large roasting pan
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Meat thermometer
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Season the pork shanks with salt and freshly ground pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large roasting pan over medium-high heat and sear the pork shanks for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Remove the shanks and add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan; sauté for 3 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  6. Return the pork shanks to the pan, ensuring they are partially submerged in the liquid.
  7. Stir in the fresh rosemary, fresh thyme, and tomato paste over the shanks.
  8. Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and roast in the oven for 2.5 to 3 hours, until the meat is fork-tender.
  9. Let the pork shanks rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Notes

For the best flavor, let the pork shanks marinate overnight in the refrigerator with the seasonings before cooking.