Beef Shank with Mushrooms and Cranberry Sauce

Gluten Free
Health score
50%
Beef Shank with Mushrooms and Cranberry Sauce
45 min.
2
517kcal

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Beef Shank with Mushrooms and Cranberry Sauce: A Delectable Gluten-Free Treat!

Indulge in a sumptuous gluten-free meal with our Beef Shank with Mushrooms and Cranberry Sauce recipe. This exquisite dish, perfect for lunch or dinner, is not only gluten-free but also rich in flavor and nutrition. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, it's a breeze to whip up and serves two hungry diners.

At the heart of this recipe are the succulent beef shanks, slow-cooked to perfection and paired with a delightful medley of wild mushrooms and tangy cranberries. The combination of these ingredients creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The dish is further elevated by the addition of thyme, bay leaf, and garlic, infusing it with an aromatic depth that is truly irresistible.

Served alongside a side of polenta, this main course is a complete meal in itself, offering a balanced mix of protein, fat, and carbohydrates. With only 517 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free indulgence that promises satisfaction without the heavy feeling often associated with rich dishes.

Whether you're a cooking enthusiast looking to try something new or someone seeking a delicious gluten-free option, this Beef Shank with Mushrooms and Cranberry Sauce is sure to become a favorite. So, grab your frying pan, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that's as easy as it is exquisite. Bon appétit!

Ingredients

  •  bay leaves 
  • 16 ounce beef shanks bone-in
  • cups beef stock low-sodium
  • 0.5 tablespoon butter 
  •  carrots sliced
  •  celery stalks sliced
  • cups cranberries 
  • 0.3 cup cranberries dried
  •  garlic clove smashed
  • 0.3 pound mushrooms wild
  • 0.5 cup cooking oil 
  •  onion chopped
  • tablespoon parsley chopped
  • servings polenta 
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • tablespoon shallots minced
  • sprigs thyme leaves 
  • sprigs thyme leaves 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • pot

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Season beef shanks with salt and pepper. In skillet, heat oil until smoking. Brown shanks on both sides; discard oil. Over medium heat in oiled skillet, saut (10 minutes) 4 sprigs thyme, bay leaf, smashed garlic clove, sliced carrot, chopped onion, sliced celery, and 2 cups cranberries.
  3. Add beef stock; boil, simmer, and skim.
  4. Place shanks and liquid in lidded pot; boil.
  5. Bake (2 hours); remove shanks. In saut pan, melt butter.
  6. Add 2 sprigs thyme and minced shallot; saut over medium heat (2 minutes).
  7. Add dried cranberries and wild mushrooms. Saut (6 minutes); stir. Strain liquid into pan with mushrooms and dried berries. Simmer (4 minutes), turn off heat, and add chopped parsley. Pair with polenta.

Nutrition Facts

Calories517kcal
Protein29.38%
Fat34.58%
Carbs36.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
207.42
Glycemic Load
6.82
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
37.703043139499%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
46.52mg
Delphinidin
7.69mg
Malvidin
0.44mg
Pelargonidin
0.32mg
Peonidin
49.16mg
Catechin
0.39mg
Epigallocatechin
0.74mg
Epicatechin
4.37mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.97mg
Apigenin
4.51mg
Luteolin
1.47mg
Isorhamnetin
2.76mg
Kaempferol
0.59mg
Myricetin
7.34mg
Quercetin
26.8mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:516.53kcal
25.83%
Fat:20.32g
31.26%
Saturated Fat:4.57g
28.56%
Carbohydrates:47.65g
15.88%
Net Carbohydrates:39.97g
14.54%
Sugar:22.01g
24.46%
Cholesterol:60.6mg
20.2%
Sodium:811.62mg
35.29%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.84g
77.68%
Vitamin A:5597.69IU
111.95%
Vitamin B12:4.56µg
76%
Zinc:10.58mg
70.56%
Vitamin B3:12.73mg
63.67%
Vitamin B6:1.07mg
53.41%
Vitamin K:52.94µg
50.41%
Selenium:34.76µg
49.66%
Vitamin B2:0.83mg
48.76%
Phosphorus:458.39mg
45.84%
Potassium:1493.56mg
42.67%
Vitamin C:29.57mg
35.84%
Manganese:0.67mg
33.71%
Fiber:7.67g
30.69%
Iron:5.45mg
30.27%
Copper:0.54mg
26.77%
Vitamin E:3.95mg
26.34%
Vitamin B1:0.34mg
22.92%
Vitamin B5:1.91mg
19.1%
Magnesium:67.22mg
16.8%
Folate:50.84µg
12.71%
Calcium:102.85mg
10.28%
Source:My Recipes