The Ultimate Oxtail Soup

shiitake mushrooms

🥗Healthier: button mushrooms

💰Cheaper: cremini mushrooms

Button mushrooms are often less expensive and still provide a good flavor.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more budget-friendly option while maintaining a neutral flavor.

Brown oxtails in a large pot over medium heat until well-seared on all sides.

Remove oxtails and set aside; drain excess fat from the pot.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger to the pot; sauté until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Return oxtails to the pot; add water to cover by 2 inches.

Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, black pepper, and salt; add bay leaves.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 2-3 hours until oxtails are tender.

Add carrots, celery, and daikon radish; continue simmering for 30 minutes.

In the last 10 minutes, add shiitake mushrooms and cabbage to the pot.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed; remove bay leaves before serving.

Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and lime wedges.

Cooking Techniques

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