How to make Oxtail

oxtail

🥗Healthier: beef shank

💰Cheaper: pork shank

Beef shank is leaner, while pork shank is less expensive.

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic red wine

💰Cheaper: grape juice

Non-alcoholic options maintain similar flavor profiles.

Open the packet of oxtail and discard the blood.

Run the oxtail under water quickly for cleaning.

Add 0.5 cup of apple cider vinegar and rinse the oxtail in the vinegar.

Discard the vinegar and add water to the pot until it covers the oxtail.

Add 1 tablespoon of Himalayan salt to the pot and stir.

Turn on the stove to medium heat and let it cook for about 45 minutes, adding more water as needed.

After about 50-55 minutes, check the water level and add 1 cup of water if it has reduced significantly.

Add 1.5 tablespoons of sofrito to the pot.

Add 1 teaspoon of oregano and 0.5 teaspoon of cumin to the pot.

Add 1 teaspoon of oil for color.

Add 1/3 cup of tomato sauce to the pot and stir.

Add 0.75 teaspoon of adobo seasoning to the pot and stir again.

Taste the mixture to check for seasoning and adjust if necessary.

Cover the pot and let it cook on medium heat, allowing the water to reduce and the flavors to meld.

After 25 minutes, check the sauce thickness and add another cup of water if needed.

Gather potatoes and carrots to add to the pot later.

After another 25-30 minutes, check the sauce reduction and color, and adjust cooking time as necessary.

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