Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 lb

disjointed oxtails

disjointed

0.5 cup

seasoned flour

seasoned

2 tbsp

vegetable oil

1 unit

onion

chopped

4 cloves

garlic

0.25 cup

parsley

shredded

0.5 cup

carrots

diced

1 cup

celery

diced

1 unit

bay leaf

0.25 cup

pearl barley

0.5 cup

tomato puree

1 tsp

basil

1 tsp

thyme

1 tsp

marjoram

0.5 cup

red wine

8 cup

water

1 tsp

salt

6 unit

peppercorns

Step 1
~26 min

Dredge oxtails in seasoned flour.

Step 2
~26 min

Brown oxtails in vegetable oil in a soup pot.

Step 3
~26 min

Reserve the browned oxtails in the same pot.

Step 4
~26 min

In a frypan, sauté carrots, celery, onion, and garlic until softened.

Step 5
~26 min

Reserve the sautéed vegetables.

Step 6
~26 min

Add water, salt, and peppercorns to the soup pot with the oxtails.

Step 7
~26 min

Simmer for 4 1/2 hours.

Step 8
~26 min

Add the sautéed vegetables, tomato puree, pearl barley, and herbs (basil, thyme, and marjoram) to the soup pot.

Step 9
~26 min

Simmer for 1/2 hour.

Step 10
~26 min

Add red wine and adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 11
~26 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Skim off any excess fat during simmering.

Add a splash of balsamic vinegar for extra depth of flavor.

Adjust the amount of red wine to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread or rolls.

Pairs well with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crusty bread
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, often associated with cold weather.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Winter
Cold Weather
Family Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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