Method
- Pressure Cooker Thor's HammerA rich, fall-off-the-bone beef shank, first browned in bloomed BlixSam spices, then pressure cooked in a flavour-packed beef stock until perfectly tender.🥣 Ingredients1 Beef Thor's Hammer (Beef Shank)2 tbsp olive oil2 tsp BlixSam Smoke Craft2 tsp BlixSam Steakhouse1 tsp BlixSam DAG 42 beef stock cubes750 ml boiling water2 bay leavesFreshly ground black pepper (optional)👨🍳 MethodStep 1 – Bloom the SpicesHeat the olive oil in a large heavy-based pan over medium-high heat.Add:BlixSam Smoke CraftBlixSam SteakhouseBlixSam DAG 4Allow the spices to bloom in the oil for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.Step 2 – Brown the MeatPlace the Thor's Hammer into the pan.Brown well on all sides, allowing the spices to form a rich, flavourful crust.Step 3 – Pressure CookTransfer the browned beef to the pressure cooker.Pour in:750 ml boiling water2 beef stock cubesBay leavesPour any remaining spice and oil mixture from the pan into the pressure cooker.Seal and cook under pressure for 60–75 minutes, depending on the size of the beef shank.Allow the pressure to release naturally.Step 4 – FinishCarefully remove the meat from the pressure cooker.Spoon some of the rich cooking juices over the meat before serving.If desired, reduce the remaining liquid into a delicious gravy.🍽️ Serving SuggestionsServe with:Creamy mashed potatoesButtered vegetablesPapRoasted baby potatoesFresh crusty bread to soak up the rich gravyThe meat should be fork-tender and pull effortlessly from the bone.🛒 Shop BlixSam Productshttps://blixsam.co.za/shop-now/