Sunday, May 17, 2009

Osso Bucco (braised veal shanks) in Milan


Osso Bucco is a traditional Milan dish - braised veal shanks. The shank is cut across the bone into slices about one cm thick, browned, and braised in white wine and aromatics. It is usually sprinkled with gremolata, a mix of parsley, garlic and lemon peel, and served with risotto alla milanese, a risotto enhanced with saffron threads. The saffron threads gave risotto a tint of yellow. Both veal and risotto are perfectly cooked, melting in the mouth. The restaurant is very cozy and charming with wood panel menus. With dessert and one glass of red wine, the dinner cost about 30 Euros. This is my best memory of Milan restaurant.

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