Beef Shank

Beef shank is a tough, sinewy cut of meat taken from the leg of the animal. It has a high collagen content, which makes it ideal for slow cooking, during long braising or stewing, the collagen breaks down into gelatin, giving the meat exceptional tenderness and the sauce a rich, thick consistency. It is excellent for stews, ragouts, osso buco, or slow-roasted dishes. The flavour is deep and robust, and when properly cooked low and slow, the meat becomes incredibly soft and juicy. It is one of the more economical cuts, yet offers outstanding depth of flavour.