Homemade oxtails are a true comfort food, featuring tender, succulent meat that falls off the bone, richly flavored broth, and hearty vegetables. While it takes some time to cook, the result is well worth the effort. Here’s a delicious recipe for homemade oxtails:
Ingredients:
- 4 lbs (about 1.8 kg) oxtails, trimmed of excess fat
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped into chunks
- 2 celery stalks, chopped into chunks
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 cups (1 liter) beef broth
- 1 cup (240 ml) red wine (optional)
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)