Ox Tail Recipe
Make Ox Tail Recipe in just 4h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Oxtails
Rinse the oxtails under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season the oxtails generously with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Chop the Vegetables
Dice the onion, slice the carrots, and chop the celery stalks into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.
Cooking
- 3
Brown the Oxtails
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned oxtails and sear them on all sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the oxtails from the pot and set aside.
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- 6
Add Broth and Seasonings
Return the oxtails to the pot, then add the beef broth, bay leaves, thyme, and tomato paste (if using). Stir well to combine.
- 7
Simmer
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 3-4 hours, or until the oxtails are tender and the meat is falling off the bone.
Final Touches
- 8
Season to Taste
Taste the broth and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed. Remove the bay leaves before serving.
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Serve
Serve the oxtails hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, along with the broth and vegetables.