Keto Osso Buco

Name: Keto Osso Buco
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 180 min
Total time: 200 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: keto
Ingredients: Beef Shank Crosscuts Separable Lean Only Trimmed To 1/4" Fat Choice Raw; Black Pepper; Carrots; Celery; Onion; Garlic; Extra Virgin Olive Oil; Peppercorns; Kosher Salt; Bay Leaf; Rosemary, Fresh; White Wine; Water

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Prepare Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 180 minutes

This Keto dish is the ultimate Osso Buco recipe! Beef shank is seasoned with salt and pepper and then simmered in a mixture of white wine, tons of garlic, carrots, celery, and onion to make the most delicious, fatty, tender, fall-off-the-bone meat. While this dish takes some time to cook, it is relatively easy to do. Once the meat is in the oven, you can forget about it until the timer goes off. Osso buco is a very cost-effective dish at home, but it is restaurant-level food! ### What is osso buco? Osso buco is the cross-section of a beef shank that is traditionally used in Italian cooking. The taste and texture of beef shank are very much like oxtail when appropriately cooked; it is very tender and full of gelatinous collagen, perfect for any Keto-dieter! ### What kind of wine can I use? Feel free to use any dry wine (that is Keto and Low Carb-friendly), whether white or red. A bottle of cheap wine is all you need; no need to splurge on anything costly. ### Do I have to use the oven to make osso buco? No, you could very well simmer the pot over a flame, but the oven allows the food to cook low-and-slow at a very controlled temperature. This cooking method is the number one way to make the most flavorful and tender piece of meat. It will be well worth the wait! ### Serving suggestions Serve Keto Osso Buco with Low Carb Cauliflower Mash for an incredible Low Carb experience https://www.carbmanager.com/recipe/low-carb-cauliflower-mash. *Note* ### 2 tsp bay leaves = 2 whole leaves 3 tbsp fresh rosemary = 1 sprig

How to make Keto Osso Buco

Preheat an oven to 300 F. In the meantime, prepare the beef shanks by drying them off with a paper towel. Sprinkle them on both sides with 1 tsp kosher salt and ½ tsp black pepper. Try to use freshly cracked black pepper; if you can, it makes all the difference in flavor.
Peel the carrot and cut them into larger pieces. Wash and slice the celery into 2 ½” pieces. The garlic cloves can stay whole. Slice the onion in half and remove the skin. Cut the onion into quarters and break apart the layers. Set all the vegetables aside for now.
Heat a 5-quart Dutch oven over medium heat until very hot. Add in the olive oil. There should be enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan. Turn the heat up to medium-high for 30 seconds. Add the shanks and allow them to sear for several minutes, about 5-7 minutes per side. Searing the meat will allow for the most delicious browning and flavor.
Once both sides are seared, remove the shanks to a clean plate and set them aside.
Pour in all the vegetables, including the garlic cloves, and saute them in the residual beef fat and olive oil until browned, about 2-3 minutes.
Place the beef shanks on top of the vegetables and add in the wine, water, bay leaves, and rosemary sprig. Cover the pot with a lid and bring the mixture to a boil. Once at a boil, place the pot into the oven. Allow the meat to cook in the oven for 2 ½-3 hours or until the meat is so tender it is starting to fall off the bone. Patience is key here. Serve the beef hot with a great Keto side.

Ingredients of Keto Osso Buco

Ingredient	Quantity
1. Beef Shank Crosscuts Separable Lean Only Trimmed To 1/4" Fat Choice Raw	3-½ lb
2. Black Pepper	½ teaspoon
3. Carrots	1 medium - 6" to 7" long
4. Celery	2 medium - stalk - 7 1/2" to 8" long
5. Onion	1 small
6. Garlic	10 clove
7. Extra Virgin Olive Oil	¼ cup
8. Peppercorns	1 teaspoon
9. Kosher Salt	2 tsp
10. Bay Leaf	2 teaspoon
11. Rosemary, Fresh	3 tablespoon
12. White Wine	2-½ cup
13. Water	2 cup

Keto Osso Buco nutrients

caloriesKCal: 519.549 caloriesKJ: 2172.539 totalCarbs: 7.188 diabetesCarbsADA: 7.188 netCarbs: 6 diabetesCarbs: 6.08 fiber: 1.028 starch: 1.48 sugar: 2.147 addedSugar: 0 sugarAlcohols: 0.16 protein: 58.325 fat: 19.344 transFat: 0.015 monousatFat: 11.244 polyunsatFat: 1.395 omega3Fat: 0.078 omega6Fat: 0.92 saturatedFat: 4.68 cholesterol: 103.194 vitaminA: 89.969 vitaminC: 3.715 vitaminD: 0 vitaminE: 1.48 vitaminK: 10.965 vitaminB1: 0.296 vitaminB2: 0.622 vitaminB3: 15.499 vitaminB5: 0.164 vitaminB6: 1.4 vitaminB12: 8.811 potassium: 1207.243 magnesium: 54.078 calcium: 89.834 iron: 6.783 zinc: 18.627 copper: 0.234 phosphorus: 576.307 sodium: 1305.354 selenium: 47.792 folate: 32.566 choline: 8.062 alcohol: 10.094 caffeine: 0 gluten: 0 manganese: 0.29 conjugatedLinoleicAcid: 0 phyticAcid: 19.687 xylitol: 0.006 isomalt: 0 sorbitol: 0.007 maltitol: 0 lactitol: 0 erythritol: 0 pinitol: 0 inositol: 0.05 mannitol: 0.096

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the keto diet impact insulin levels?

The keto diet can lower insulin levels as it restricts carb intake. This can be beneficial for individuals with insulin resistance or diabetes.

Can I have artificial sweeteners in my keto recipes?

Yes, many keto recipes use artificial sweeteners to achieve a sweet taste without the extra carbs. Experiment with different options to find what works for you.

Can I have mayonnaise on a keto diet?

Yes, full-fat mayonnaise is keto-friendly. Look for options without added sugars or unhealthy oils.

Does the keto diet have any cognitive benefits?

Some studies suggest that the keto diet may have cognitive benefits, including improved focus and mental clarity, due to the brain's utilization of ketones as energy.

What foods can I eat on a keto diet?

You can eat foods such as meat, fish, eggs, dairy, non-starchy vegetables, nuts, and healthy fats like avocados and olive oil.

Author David Brown

Keto Osso Buco

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the keto diet impact insulin levels?

Can I have artificial sweeteners in my keto recipes?

Can I have mayonnaise on a keto diet?

Does the keto diet have any cognitive benefits?

What foods can I eat on a keto diet?

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