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Kalbshaxe

veal shank

noun KALPS-hak-seh Rare
Food & Drink Ingredients

Usage Note

Kalbshaxe is the knuckle/shank of veal, traditionally slow-braised until tender. It is related to the Italian ossobuco and is a prestige restaurant dish in Germany, typically served with Risotto or Polenta in upmarket establishments.

Examples

"Die geschmorte Kalbshaxe löste sich förmlich vom Knochen und schmolz auf der Zunge."

Natural Translation

The braised veal shank practically fell off the bone and melted on the tongue.

Literal Translation

The braised veal-shank fell formally from the bone and melted on the tongue.

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