Definition

Noun: - A classic Italian dish of braised veal shanks, typically cross-cut to include the marrow bone, cooked slowly with vegetables, white wine, and broth, and often garnished with gremolata. It is traditionally served with risotto alla milanese or polenta.

Usage

• As a main dish: The term is used to name the specific food item.
  • For our anniversary dinner, I prepared osso buco with saffron risotto.
  • The restaurant's signature osso buco simmers for hours until the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender.

Advanced Usage

• Referring to the cooking style or method: The term can imply the specific braising technique.
  • The secret to a great osso buco is a good sear on the meat before the long, slow braise.

Variants and Related Words

• Ossobuco (n): An alternative spelling for the same dish.
• Gremolata (n): A traditional garnish of lemon zest, garlic, and parsley for osso buco.

Synonyms

• Braised veal shanks: A descriptive synonym.
• Stinco di vitello (n): The Italian term for veal shank, which is the primary ingredient.

Related Phrases

• Osso buco alla milanese (n): The traditional Milanese preparation of the dish.

Noun

1. sliced veal knuckle or shin bone cooked with olive oil and wine and tomatoes and served with rice or vegetables