Pork Shank in the Oven with Savory Tomato Sauce
The oven-baked pork shank with tomato is a friendly and comforting dish, perfect for family meals or dinners with friends. With its slow cooking, the meat becomes tender and flavorful, absorbing all the flavors of the peeled tomatoes and herbs. This dish is particularly appreciated during the cooler months, providing comforting warmth and rich taste. Very simple to prepare, it requires few ingredients and can easily be adapted to everyone's tastes. For an extra touch, consider adding seasonal vegetables to the dish for an explosion of flavors. Serve with roasted potatoes or mashed potatoes for a complete meal. The pork shank is an ideal choice for those looking to impress without too much effort, as it can be prepared in advance and simply reheated. Feel free to experiment with additional herbs or spices to customize your recipe.
- Preparation time: 15 min
- Cooking time: 1h30 environ
- Servings: 4 people
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- - 1 pork shank weighing between 1.5 kg and 2 kg
- - 1 large can of peeled tomatoes
- - olive oil (to taste)
- - garlic and parsley (according to your preferences)
- - salt and pepper
Preparation
1. In a baking dish, place the pork shank. Generously season with salt and pepper. Then add 3 tablespoons of olive oil along with a glass of water.
2. Preheat your oven to 210°C (Thermostat 7/8) and allow the shank to cook for about 35 minutes.
3. Closely monitor the water level in the dish, then add the can of peeled tomatoes along with chopped garlic and parsley.
4. Return to the oven for an additional 55 minutes.
5. Remember to turn the shank from time to time for even cooking.
Recommended wine
Côtes du Rhône
