Mangalitsa Pork Shanks are built for low-and-slow cooking. Rich in collagen, connective tissue, and natural Mangalitsa fat, these shanks deliver incredible depth, tenderness, and body when given time and gentle heat.
Each pack includes a pair of shanks weighing approximately 2–2.5 lbs total. Available fresh or hickory-smoked for added depth.
Texture & Flavor
Texture: Firm and structured raw, transforming to fall-off-the-bone tender when slow-cooked
Flavor: Rich, meaty, pork-forward with deep, collagen-driven body
Smoked Option: Adds a savory, layered complexity perfect for braises and soups
Cooking
Braising: Low and slow until tender and collapsing from the bone
Slow Roasting: Develops deep flavor and natural pan juices
Soups & Stews: Builds body, collagen, and natural thickness
Farmstead Preparation
A favorite method on our table: blister the shanks in a hot pan with Mangalitsa leaf lard and fresh garlic. Transfer to a roasting dish and cook low and slow with sliced onions, fresh tomatoes, basil, and tarragon. Finish with a reduction of Romanian Fetească Neagră red wine for deep, rustic richness.
Conventional pork is bred for leanness, resulting in pale meat lacking flavor and moisture. One look at our Mangalitsa pork tells a different story – the meat is richly red with beautiful marbling throughout. This isn't just a visual difference. The deep color indicates higher myoglobin content and intramuscular fat, translating directly to more flavor and moisture in every bite. When you cook our pork, you'll notice it stays juicy and tender, even if you accidentally overcook it a bit.
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