Ingredients
- Beef shanks
- Beef stock
- Red wine
- Carrots
- Garlic
- Onion
- Fresh thyme
- Fresh oregano
- Grits
- Chicken stock or water
- Cream
- Smoked Gouda cheese
Instructions
- Tie beef shanks with butcher's twine and season generously.
- Smoke shanks at 275°F for 2 hours until flavorful.
- Braise in a Dutch oven with vegetables, red wine, and beef stock at 300°F for about 2 hours until tender.
- Sauté Cipollini onions and garlic in butter until caramelized.
- Cook grits in chicken stock or water mixed with cream; whisk continuously until creamy.
- Serve braised shank over gouda grits topped with sautéed onions.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: Use quality beef stock for richer flavor. Control smoking temperature for optimal infusion. Always whisk grits continuously to avoid lumps.