Jul 09 2026
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Oxtail Recipe

Inspired by Harrys Daughter
Time3h 30m
Serves4

Slow braised with butter beans, rice/cabbage

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Seasoning and Aromatics

Method

Preparation of Ingredients

  1. 1

    Prepare the Oxtail

    Trim excess fat from the oxtail pieces and pat them dry with a paper towel.

  2. 2

    Chop Vegetables

    Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Cabbage

    Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, cut it into quarters, and slice it into thin strips.

Cooking the Oxtail

  1. 4

    Sear the Oxtail

    In a large heavy pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the oxtail pieces and sear them until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the oxtail from the pot and set aside.

  2. 5

    Sauté Aromatics

    In the same pot, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

  3. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    Return the browned oxtail to the pot. Add the bay leaves, thyme, salt, black pepper, and beef broth. Bring to a boil.

  4. 7

    Braise the Oxtail

    Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 2.5 to 3 hours until the oxtail is tender.

Cooking the Butter Beans and Rice

  1. 8

    Prepare the Butter Beans

    In a separate pot, cook the butter beans according to package instructions until tender. Drain and set aside.

  2. 9

    Cook the Rice

    In another pot, combine 1 cup of rice with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the rice is fluffy.

Prepare the Cabbage

  1. 10

    Cook the Cabbage

    In a skillet, add a splash of water and the sliced cabbage. Cover and cook over medium heat until wilted, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serving

  1. 11

    Plate the Dish

    Once the oxtail is tender, remove it from the heat. Serve the oxtail with butter beans, rice, and sautéed cabbage on the side.

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