Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Gospel Shank recipe served over creamy smoked Gouda grits. Braised to perfection, the beef shanks are tender and flavorful, complemented by the rich, cheesy grits. This Southern fusion dish is sure to impress with its depth of flavor and luxurious texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Shank:
- Beef shanks (as needed)
Grits:
- 1 cup grits
- 4 cups beef stock
- 4 cups chicken stock or water
- 1 cup red wine
- 3–4 garlic cloves
- 1 onion
- 2 carrots
- 3 Cipollini onions
- 2 sprigs fresh oregano
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp butter
- ½ cup cream
- ¾ cup grated smoked Gouda cheese
Instructions
- Season and Sear Beef Shanks: Brown the beef shanks in a pan.
- Sauté Vegetables: Sauté chopped onion, carrots, Cipollini onions, and garlic with herbs.
- Deglaze and Braise: Deglaze with red wine, add stock, and simmer until tender.
- Cook Grits: Cook grits in stock or water until creamy.
- Prepare Smoked Gouda Grits: Stir in butter, cream, and smoked Gouda until smooth.
- Serve: Plate shanks over grits, spooning braising liquid on top.
Notes
- Pre-smoking the shanks before braising adds depth and smoky aroma
- Use both stocks for rich flavor. Fresh herbs enhance the savory profile
- Smoked Gouda gives a luxurious, smoky creaminess to the grits
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising (with optional pre-smoking)
- Cuisine: Southern / Comfort / Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (1 shank + grits)
- Calories: 700 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
