Shank End

Meat

Shank End

Shank-end mutton leg includes more connective tissue—better slow-roasted or pot-roasted until the meat yields. It carries stronger mature sheep flavour with deep fat and spice affinity. Low heat and time turn the shank gelatinous and savoury. Classic for winter stews carved at the table.

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Preparations

Bone InBraisedButterfliedCookedFreshPreparedRoasted

Traits

FlavourfulLarge JointPortionPrep ReadyShank End

Nutrition and pairings

Nutrition

Typical values per 100 g edible portion. Nutrient names open the reference page.

Nutrition Facts

Per 100 g edible portion

Calories 205

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 12.2 g
  • Saturated Fat 4.77 g
  • Trans Fat 0.2 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 5.19 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g
  • Cholesterol 69.3 mg
  • Sodium 58.6 mg
  • Salt 0.15 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 0 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 22.2 g
  • Water 61.6 g
Detailed nutrients

Shank End of Mutton: composition reflects this culinary part relative to the whole ingredient.

History

Victorian butchers charted mutton chops, legs and shoulders as everyday working-class roasts; shank end of mutton took a named place in that kitchen trade.

Heritage and nose-to-tail menus revived named mutton cuts for restaurants and home braising. Cooks treated shank end of mutton as a cut with its own timing and sides.

As mutton cookery specialised, shank end was portioned and sold ready for the pan. Victorian butchers charted mutton chops, legs and shoulders as everyday working-class roasts.

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