15 Easy Pork Shank Recipes

Are you looking for some easy yet delicious pork shank recipes?

If so, you’ve come to the right place.

In this blog post, I will share with you 15 of the best pork shank recipes that I have come across.

These recipes are easy to follow and produce some mouth-watering results.

So, if you’re looking for a new way to cook pork shanks, then be sure to check out this blog post.

15 Easy Pork Shank Recipes

Before you jump into cooking one of these delicious recipes, there are a few things you should consider.

• The Cut: Pork shanks are a tough cut of meat that benefit from slow, moist cooking methods. They can be roasted, braised, or simmered in liquid.
• The Size: Pork shanks can vary greatly in size, so it’s important to consider how many people you’re trying to feed when selecting a recipe. Some recipes are designed for one or two people, while others will yield enough to feed a crowd.
• The Cooking Time: Because pork shanks are a tough cut of meat, they require longer cooking times than other cuts of pork. Be sure to factor in the cook time when deciding what recipe to make.

With that said, here are 15 of the best pork shank recipes from around the web:

Braised Pork Osso Bucco (Pork Shank Recipe)

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This slow braised pork osso bucco recipe is exactly what a pork shank recipe should be: full of flavor, fall-apart tender, and absolutely delicious!

See Also: What Salad Goes with Osso Bucco? 10 Best Salads

Here are 3 ways you can add extra flavor to this dish:

• Use chicken or beef stock instead of water for the braising liquid. This will give the pork a deeper flavor.
• Add some chopped pancetta to the pan when you sauté the vegetables. This will give the dish a nice salty flavor.
• Stir in a spoonful of Dijon mustard at the end. This will add a little bit of tanginess and brighten up the flavors.

Pork Shank In The Slow Cooker

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Here’s a slow-cooked pork shank recipe to satisfy your comfort food cravings.

This dish is packed with flavor, and there are a few ways you can add even more flavor to it.

• Before cooking the pork, sear it in a pan with some oil. This will create a nice crust on the outside of the meat and help to lock in the juices.
• Add some chopped onions, garlic, and carrots to the slow cooker along with the pork. These aromatics will infuse their flavors into the dish as it cooks.
• Make a simple glaze to brush on the pork before serving. A mix of honey, mustard, and thyme makes a delicious glaze that takes this dish over the top.

Pork Shanks in the Oven with BBQ Sauce

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Something magical happens when you cook pork shanks in the oven.

The meat becomes fall-off-the-bone tender, and the natural fats render down, making the dish even more flavorful.

I like to add a bit of extra flavor by:

• Basting the shanks with BBQ sauce halfway through cooking
• Adding a few cloves of garlic to the pan
• Sprinkling on some smoked paprika before serving

Roasted Pork Shank – Oktoberfest Recipe

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This Pork Shank or “Schweinshaxe” in German is a quintessential dish for every Oktoberfest celebration.

It is roasted until the skin is crisp and the meat juicy.

• To add extra flavor, try marinating the pork shank in a mixture of your favorite herbs and spices overnight.
• Another way to infuse extra flavor is to stuff the pork shank with aromatics like garlic, onions, and rosemary before roasting.
• Finally, basting the pork shank with a flavorful liquid like beer or chicken stock (See Also: 8 Best Herbs and Spices for Chicken Stock) will also help to boost flavor.

Braised and Roasted Pork Shanks with Prosciutto and Porcini Mushrooms

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If you’re feeling a bit fancy and want to impress your dinner guests, try this delicious recipe for braised and roasted pork shanks with prosciutto and porcini mushrooms.

Here are a few ways you can add extra flavor to this dish:

• Use chicken or beef broth instead of water for the braising liquid. This will give the pork shanks more flavor.
• Add some chopped pancetta to the mushrooms when you’re sautéing them. Pancetta is a type of Italian bacon that is very flavorful and will make the mushrooms even tastier.
• When you roast the pork shanks, brush them with a little bit of honey before putting them in the oven. This will give them a nice glaze and added sweetness.

Crispy German Pork Knuckle (Schweinshaxe) with Beer Gravy

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Realistically, one knuckle will serve two to three people.

This dish is traditionally roasted, but can also be done in a slow cooker.

Here are some tips:

• Marinate the pork knuckle overnight in a mixture of garlic, salt, pepper, and your favorite beer.
• Cook the pork knuckle on low heat in a slow cooker for 8 hours, or until it is falling off the bone.
• For extra crispy skin, remove the pork knuckle from the slow cooker 30 minutes before it is done cooking and place it under the broiler on high heat. Watch it closely so that it doesn’t burn!
• Serve with a delicious beer gravy made from the pan drippings, some flour or cornstarch to thicken, and more of your favorite beer.

Country-Style Beer Braised Pork Shanks

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You’ll love the outrageously tender pork shanks in this recipe that are braised in beer until they fall off the bone!

• For extra flavor, try using a darker beer such as a stout or porter. The maltiness of these beers will complement the pork perfectly.
• If you want a bit of sweetness in your dish, add a touch of brown sugar to the braising liquid. This will also help to caramelize the exterior of the shanks.
• For an extra depth of flavor, try adding some fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary to the pot.

Slow Roast Pork Shank with Red Wine Jus

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Pork shanks are half the price of lamb shanks and, in my humble opinion, very underrated.

This recipe is for a slow-roast pork shank with red wine jus and serves 4 people.

• To add extra flavor to the pork shanks, try marinating them overnight in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, rosemary, and thyme.
• Before roasting, sear the shanks in a hot pan with a little bit of oil to create a nice crust.
• After the pork shanks have roasted for the allotted time, remove them from the oven and let them rest before spooning the red wine jus over them.

Braised Pork Shanks with Gravy

This fall-off-the-bone-tender meal is one of my all-time favorite pork recipes.

It’s easy to make and can be served with a variety of sides.

To really bump up the flavor, try one (or all!) of these three ideas:

• Before browning the pork, dredge it in a mixture of flour, salt, pepper, and your favorite dried herb (I like thyme). This will create a flavorful crust on the outside of the meat.
• After browning the pork, deglaze the pan with some red wine. This will add a deep richness to the gravy.
• When making the gravy, be sure to use chicken stock instead of water. The extra flavor from the stock will make all the difference!

Roast Pork Shank with Potatoes

Nobody will go home hungry when you make this Roast Pork Shank with Potatoes!

This is one of my favorite pork recipes because it is packed with flavor and the pork shank is such a juicy and flavorful cut of meat.

The key to making this dish even better is to bump up the flavor with some simple additions.

Here are three ideas to get you started:

• Add some garlic cloves to the potatoes before roasting for an extra boost of flavor.
• Mix up the herbs in the recipe – try using thyme, sage, and rosemary for a delicious combination.
• Make a gravy using the pan drippings and serve it over the roast pork and potatoes for an extra decadent dish.

Chipotle Braised Pork Shank

Easy, tasty, and full of flavor, this chipotle braised pork shank is one of my favorites!

Pork shanks are slowly cooked in a flavorful sauce made with chipotles, tomatoes, and onions.

The result is a fork-tender meat that is absolutely packed with flavor.

There are a few things you can do to really bump up the flavor:

• Use fresh chipotles instead of canned for a more intense flavor
• Add some chopped cilantro to the sauce for a bright pop of flavor
• Garnish the dish with diced avocado and sour cream when served

Crispy Pork Shanks / Pork Knuckles Cooked in Oven

This classic Oktoberfest meal is usually served with sauerkraut and potatoes, but I like to mix things up by serving it with a side of roasted Brussels sprouts.

To really bump up the flavor:

• Before cooking, soak the pork shanks in a brine solution overnight. This will help to tenderize the meat and give it a nice flavor.
• Season the pork shanks generously with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs before cooking.
• When cooking, be sure to baste the pork shanks frequently with the pan juices to keep them moist and flavorful.

Smoked Pork Shanks

There are so many things you can make with smoked pork shanks, but one of my favorites is this recipe for smoked pork shanks with sauerkraut and potatoes.

The flavors of the smoky pork, tangy sauerkraut, and creamy potatoes come together so well in this dish, and it’s really easy to make too.

To bump up the flavor even more, you could:

• Add some chopped bacon to the dish for an extra smoky flavor
• Use a stronger beer in the braising liquid for more depth of flavor
• Stir in some whole-grain mustard into the sauerkraut before adding it to the dish

Braised Pork Shank Recipe Chinese Style

Who says you have to stay within the lines?

This recipe is a delicious way to mix things up and try something new.

With a little bit of creativity, you can easily turn this dish into your own.

Here are three ways to bump up the flavor and make this dish even more delicious:

• Add some dried chili peppers to the braising liquid. This will give the pork a nice kick of heat.
• Switch out the regular soy sauce for a dark soy sauce. Dark soy sauce has a deeper, more intense flavor that will really take this dish to the next level.
• Add a handful of star anise to the braising liquid. Star anise is a common ingredient in Chinese cooking and it will give the pork a subtly sweet and licorice-y flavor.

Crispy Knuckle Of Pork With Sauerkraut Recipe

I love serving sauerkraut with this dish because the acidity of the sauerkraut cuts through the richness of the pork.

• Use a good quality, fatty pork for this dish. The fat will render down and create a crispy, delicious crust on the outside of the pork.
• Make sure to really score the fat on the outside of the pork before cooking. This will help it to render down and create that crispiness.
• Season the pork generously with salt and pepper before cooking. This will help to flavor the meat and also create a nice crust on the outside.