The shank is on a cow’s leg, just above the knee or hock. Because beef shank is cut in horizontal slices (often in 1-inch slices), it resembles a steak with a circle of the leg bone in each piece. (It is also available boneless.) Inside the bone is a piece of marrow that is also …
When a recipe calls for a specific beef cut, it isn’t because the name makes the recipe’s title look fancy. Different parts of the cattle carry distinct properties and excel best with specific cooking methods and preparations. And for the beef shank, one of the most curious beef cuts to cook, mastering the best cooking …
