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Beef Shank Recipe Slow Cooker

A slow-cooked beef shank dish that is rich, hearty, and perfect for family meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 lbs beef shank
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 cloves of garlic minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 carrots chopped
  • 2 ribs of celery chopped
  • 2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Trim any excess fat from the beef shank.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef shank on all sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  3. Remove the beef and add diced onion and garlic to the skillet. Sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Place the browned beef shank in the slow cooker.
  5. Pour in the beef broth, carrots, celery, thyme, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir gently to combine.
  6. Cover and set your slow cooker to low for 8 hours.
  7. After 8 hours, check that the meat is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
  8. Remove the beef shank from the slow cooker, let it rest for a few minutes, then slice or shred the meat and serve.

Notes

Serve the dish with crusty bread or mashed potatoes for a comforting meal.