How to Make Oxtail Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Oxtail soup is a hearty and comforting dish that has been enjoyed for generations. This rich and flavorful soup is made from the tail of cattle, a cut of meat that is often overlooked but packs a punch of flavor.

Traditionally, oxtail soup has been a popular dish in many cultures, including Chinese, Jamaican, and Korean cuisine. Each culture has its own unique spin on the classic recipe, but the common denominator is the rich, savory broth that is the hallmark of oxtail soup.

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Ingredients

  • 2 ounces dried mushrooms
  • 3 pounds beef oxtail
  • 6 cups water, divided
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 1 parsnip, sliced
  • 1 turnip, peeled and diced
  • 2 tablespoons brandy (Optional)
  • ½ cup barley
  • 3 teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon dried savory
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 bay leaf

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 7

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Trim off fat from oxtails. Spread on a shallow roasting pan.
  • Roast oxtails in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
  • While oxtails are roasting, rehydrate dried mushrooms in hot water in a small bowl for 30 to 45 minutes. Drain, slice, and set aside.
  • Transfer roasted oxtails to a plate and set aside. Drain fat from the roasting pan, reserving about 2 tablespoons. Add 1 cup water to the roasting pan. Warm over medium heat, stirring constantly, to dissolve browned bits. Set aside.
  • Add reserved fat to a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Sauté onion, carrots, parsnip, turnip, and mushrooms in fat until soft, about 10 minutes. Add browned oxtails. Drizzle brandy on top. Ignite.
  • Pour reserved water and browning over oxtails and vegetables. Add remaining 5 cups water. Add barley, salt, savory, pepper, and bay leaf. Bring to boil, then reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 2 hours. Adjust seasonings.
  • Nutrition

    588 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 214mg
    • Sodium: 1409mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 63g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 63mg
    • Iron: 9mg
    • Potassium: 943mg