Braised Oxtail Stew Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Oxtail

   Season the oxtail with salt and pepper. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the oxtail pieces until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.

2. 2

   Sauté Vegetables

   In the same pot, add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

3. 3

   Braise the Oxtail

   Return the oxtail to the pot. Add beef broth, thyme, bay leaves, and bring to a simmer. Cover and reduce heat to low. Let it braise for about 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.

4. 4

   Cook the Rice

   While the oxtail is cooking, rinse the Carolina Gold rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a separate pot, combine the rice with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for about 20 minutes until the rice is tender.

5. 5

   Serve

   Once the oxtail is tender, remove the bay leaves. Serve the braised oxtail stew over a bed of Carolina Gold rice. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.