Smoky Tomato-Braised Veal Shoulder with Potatoes
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Humanely raised veal is becoming more widely available at top butcher shops. Butcher-chef Tia Harrison recommends choosing veal shoulder or rump roast, which are more economical than other cuts of veal but still delicious. Harrison likes to braise them; here, canned fire-roasted tomatoes give the dish a smoky flavor.


Smoky Tomato-Braised Veal Shoulder with Potatoes
Cedric Angeles

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Servings: 8
Prep Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
Total Time: 3 hrs 15 mins
Related Categories: Carrots, Celery, Dutch Oven, European Cuisine, Italian Cuisine, Italian Veal Dishes, Italian Veal Dishes, Potatoes, Seasonal, Tomatoes, Winter
 
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Ingredients
  • 2  tablespoons
    vegetable oil
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  • 1  6-pound
    boneless veal shoulder, cut into 8 equal chunks
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    Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
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  • 2  cups
    dry red wine
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  • 1  28-ounce
    can whole fire-roasted tomatoes, crushed
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  • 1  cup
    chicken stock
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  • 1  6-ounce
    can tomato paste
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  • 5 
    garlic cloves, smashed
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  • 3 
    bay leaves
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  • 3 
    3-inch rosemary sprigs
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  • 2 
    star anise pods
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  • 3 
    celery ribs, cut into 1/2-inch dice
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  • 2 
    carrots, cut into 1/2-inch dice
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    onion, cut into 1/2-inch dice
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  • 2  pounds
    fingerling potatoes, sliced crosswise 1/4 inch thick
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  • 2  teaspoons
    finely grated lemon zest
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Directions
1.
In a large enameled cast-iron casserole, heat the vegetable oil until shimmering. Season the veal with salt and pepper. Add 4 pieces of the veal to the casserole and cook over moderately high heat until browned all over, about 10 minutes. Transfer the browned veal to a large plate and repeat with the remaining 4 pieces.
2.
Add the red wine to the casserole and bring to a boil, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom. Return the veal and any accumulated juices to the casserole. Add the fire-roasted tomatoes, chicken stock, tomato paste, garlic, bay leaves, rosemary, star anise, celery, carrots, and onion and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook over moderately low heat until the veal is tender, about 2 hours.
3.
Add the potatoes to the casserole, cover and cook until tender, about 30 minutes. Season the stew with salt and pepper.
4.
Discard the bay leaves, rosemary sprigs, and star anise. Transfer the veal to large shallow bowls. Spoon the potatoes and sauce over the veal, sprinkle with lemon zest, and serve.

MAKE AHEAD
The braised veal can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.
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