Description
Instant Pot Osso Buco is an Italian culinary delight that brings the vibrant flavors of Milan to your dining table with ease. This comforting dish features tender veal shanks, perfectly braised in a rich sauce infused with aromatic vegetables and white wine. In just over an hour, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that’s ideal for cozy family dinners or special gatherings. Pair it with creamy polenta or risotto for an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 veal shanks (about 1.5 inches thick)
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Gather and prep all ingredients.
- Select 'Sauté' on your Instant Pot and heat olive oil. Sear veal shanks on all sides until golden brown.
- Add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic; sauté for about five minutes until softened.
- Pour in white wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for a couple of minutes.
- Stir in tomato paste, broth, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Nestle veal shanks back into the pot.
- Seal the lid and select 'Pressure Cook' on high for 45 minutes. Allow natural pressure release before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 osso buco (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 95mg