Beef Shank Cross Cut in the Slowcooker

November 29, 2016

A simple slowcooker recipe that takes a forgotten, cheaper cut of meat and makes and amazing dinner with a delicious sauce to boot!

2 beef shanks cross cuts
1 red onion
5 cloves garlic
2- 3 tsp cooking fat of choice
1 pound small red potatoes
1 cup red wine
3 cups water
1 1/2 tsp salt divided + 1 pinch for the sauce
2 tsp arrowroot powder for the optional sauce
1 tsp butter for the optional sauce

In a large skillet heat the cooking fat ( butter, coconut oil, lard etc..) over medium heat. Unwrap the shanks and sprinkle half the salt on them. Add the shanks to the hot pan. Cook for 7 minutes and flip....
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Nutritions

Calories
1090

Sodium
44mg
1% DV

Fat
106g
164% DV

Protein
5g
11% DV

Carbs
27g
9% DV

Fiber
5g
23% DV