Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
osso-buco
Noun
/ˈɔːsoʊ ˈbuːkoʊ/
Definition
A traditional Italian dish made with braised veal shanks and vegetables, often served with gremolata and risotto or polenta.
Examples
- We enjoyed a hearty osso-buco for dinner, accompanied by a glass of red wine.
- The chef’s special was osso-buco served over creamy polenta.
- On colder days, nothing beats a warm, flavorful osso-buco.
Meaning
Osso-buco literally translates to ‘bone with a hole,’ referring to the hollow center of the veal shank bone that is filled with delicious marrow.
Synonyms
- Braised veal shank
- Italian stew
- Veal dish
