Mangalitsa Osso Buco

Mangalitsa Osso Buco — Whole Shank Cross-Cut

Mangalitsa Osso Buco is cut for traditional braising — a thick, full shank cross-section designed to expose rich marrow and dense muscle that transforms beautifully under slow, gentle heat.

These cuts are naturally high in collagen and intramuscular fat. When braised low and slow, they break down into spoon-tender meat with a deep, glossy sauce built from marrow, rendered fat, and natural gelatin.

Each package contains one whole cross-cut pork shank, vacuum sealed and labeled with exact weight.

Breed & Raising

• Breed: 100% Heritage Mangalitsa
• How We Raise Them: Pasture-raised and slow-grown
• What We Feed Them: Clean, non-GMO, soy-free feed formulated for fat quality and flavor

Cut Size Guide

• Petit Cut: Approx. 1.40 – 1.80 lb (1 whole shank)
• Standard Cut: Approx. 1.80 – 2.30 lb (1 whole shank)
• Farmstead Cut: Approx. 2.30 – 3.00 lb (1 whole shank)

Each cut is vacuum sealed and labeled with exact weight. Natural size variation is normal for pasture-raised heritage animals.

Texture & Flavor

• Texture: Structured when raw, becoming silky and fork-tender after braising
• Flavor: Deep, savory and marrow-rich with natural body
• Finish: Built specifically for sauce and gravy development

Traditional Braising Method

1. Sear in a hot pan using Mangalitsa leaf lard
2. Season generously with your SPG-A blend
3. Add fresh garlic and allow the marrow to caramelize
4. Deglaze with stock or red wine
5. Slow braise with onions, tomatoes, basil, and tarragon
6. Reduce the cooking liquid into a rich marrow-driven sauce and gravy

Best Uses

• Traditional pork osso buco
• Slow-braised dishes with marrow gravy
• Rustic winter meals and heritage-style plates

Why Honey Pot Farmstead

• Purebred heritage Mangalitsa pork
• Pasture raised in Central Texas
• Slow-grown for superior collagen and flavor development
• Small-batch, farmer-owned production