Oxtails

What is Oxtails?

Oxtails is a versatile meat product suited to everyday cooking, traditional family dishes and richly seasoned meals. Depending on the cut, it can work well in stews, sauces, grilled dishes, roasts and slow-cooked recipes.

What Does Oxtails Taste Like?

It has a savoury meat character with a texture that takes on marinades, herbs, spices and sauces particularly well. The finished flavour will vary with the cooking method, seasoning and length of cooking.

How to Use / Cook Oxtails

Prepare the product according to the cut, then season to taste. Suitable methods may include braising, stewing, roasting, grilling or frying. Cook thoroughly and adjust the time and heat to achieve the texture required by the recipe.

Oxtails for Specific Uses / Cuisines

It can fit naturally into African, Caribbean, Asian and British-style meals, including pepper soups, stews, curries, rice dishes, grilled plates and home-style roasts.

Staple Recipe: Simple Seasoned Oxtails

Use this straightforward method for a flexible family meal.

• Ingredients: Oxtails, sliced onion, minced garlic, ginger, dried thyme, all-purpose seasoning, cooking oil, salt and black pepper.
• Step 1: Prepare the Oxtails as appropriate, then coat with the onion, garlic, ginger, thyme, seasoning, salt and pepper.
• Step 2: Braise, roast, grill or fry using a method suitable for the cut until thoroughly cooked and tender.
• Serving Suggestion: Serve with rice, plantain, potatoes, vegetables or a savoury sauce.

When using Oxtails, start with the preparation method that best matches the dish you are making. Keeping the seasoning balanced allows the main ingredient to remain clear while still taking on the flavours of sauces, herbs and spices.

Oxtails can also be combined with everyday staples such as rice, vegetables, pulses, sauces or grilled foods, depending on the recipe. This makes it a practical ingredient for both quick meals and more traditional home cooking.

For best results, follow any preparation, storage and cooking information shown on the pack. Adjust seasoning and cooking time to the quantity being prepared and the final texture you prefer.

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