Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
osso-bucco
Noun
/ˌɔːsoʊ ˈbuːk.oʊ/
Definition
Osso bucco is a traditional Italian dish made with braised veal shanks, typically cooked with vegetables, white wine, and broth.
Examples
- She prepared a delicious osso bucco for dinner, served with risotto.
- At the restaurant, I ordered the osso bucco, and it melted in my mouth.
- For her birthday, he surprised her with a homemade osso bucco recipe.
Meaning
The term ‘osso bucco’ translates to ‘bone with a hole’ in Italian, referring to the marrow-filled bone of the veal shank, which is the centerpiece of the dish.
Synonyms
- Braised veal shank
- Italian stew
