Pork Shank

This tender and flavorful braised pork shank is a perfect comfort food dish.

Ingredients - Serves 4

Preheat the oven to 325°F.
Season the pork shanks with salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Add the pork shanks and sear on all sides until browned. Remove from the pot and set aside.
In the same pot, add the chopped onion, carrot, celery, and minced garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute.
Pour in the red wine and scrape the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits.
Add the beef broth, bay leaves, and fresh thyme. Bring to a simmer.
Return the pork shanks to the pot, cover with a lid, and transfer to the preheated oven.
Braise for about 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the pork shanks are tender and easily pull apart with a fork.
Remove the pot from the oven and let the pork shanks rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the braised pork shanks with the vegetables and sauce from the pot.