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Oxtails

A comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender oxtails slowly braised in aromatic vegetables and savory spices.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 700
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2-3 lbs oxtails Choose a nice cut for best flavor.
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic for better flavor.
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine Optional but highly recommended.
  • 2 pieces carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 leaf bay leaf
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For searing the oxtails.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the oxtails generously with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Sear them for about 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
  2. Remove the oxtails from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onions, garlic, carrots, and celery for about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Pour the red wine into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  4. Stir in the beef broth, bay leaf, and thyme. Bring to a gentle simmer, then return the oxtails to the skillet.
  5. Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Allow the oxtails to braise for about 3-4 hours until tender.
  6. Once the oxtails are tender and the sauce is thickened, taste and adjust for seasoning. Serve over creamy mashed potatoes or with crusty bread.

Notes

Make it ahead: This recipe tastes better the next day. Picky eaters can have finely chopped veggies added without noticing. If the sauce looks lumpy, it's normal and packed with flavor.