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Southern Oxtails

Cultural Context

Southern oxtails are a beloved comfort food in the Southern United States, often served at family gatherings and special occasions. The dish highlights the slow-cooking technique, allowing the rich flavors to meld and the meat to become tender. Traditionally, oxtails were considered a humble cut but have gained popularity for their deep, savory flavor. Today, variations exist across different cultures, showcasing the versatility of this ingredient.

SouthernUSmain
240 min
hard
6 servings
Servings4
2 and 1/2 lb of oxtails
1/4 cup of butter
1 cup of onion
2 cloves of garlic
1 carrot
1 tbsp of brown sugar
1 tbsp of Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp of Browning
4 cups of beef broth
1 teaspoon of thyme
1 teaspoon of paprika
1 teaspoon of onion powder
1 teaspoon of garlic powder
1 teaspoon of black pepper
2 cups of water
1 teaspoon of salt

oxtails

🥗Healthier: beef shank

💰Cheaper: pork neck bones

Pork neck bones provide a similar texture at a lower cost.

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic red wine

💰Cheaper: beef broth

Beef broth maintains flavor without alcohol.

1

Thoroughly clean and dry the oxtails, then place them in a bowl.

2

Add Browning and Worcestershire sauce to the oxtails and mix well.

3

Season the oxtails with salt and black pepper, then mix well again.

4

Using medium heat, bring a Dutch oven to temperature and melt the butter.

5

Sauté the onions, carrots, and garlic in the Dutch oven for 3 minutes.

6

Add the oxtails to the Dutch oven.

7

Season the oxtails with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme.

8

Add the beef broth and water to the Dutch oven and bring the liquid to a light simmer.

9

Add the brown sugar and cover the Dutch oven.

10

Allow the oxtails to cook for 4 hours or until they reach the desired tenderness.

Cooking Techniques

browningsautéingsimmeringstraining

Equipment Needed

Dutch ovenwooden spoon

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

Oxtail StewBraised Oxtails

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