{"product_id":"ox-tail","title":"Grass-fed Ox Tail","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePremium Beef Oxtail\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe crown jewel of slow-cooking.\u003c\/b\u003e Oxtail is a bony, collagen-rich cut that is unparalleled for creating deep, gelatinous, and soul-warming dishes. While it appears \"tough\" in the butcher's window, a long, slow braise transforms the connective tissue into a velvety nectar and the meat into tender, fall-off-the-bone morsels. It is the secret to the world's best stews, soups, and ragùs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Butcher’s Tip: The \"Hard Brown\" Foundation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eBecause oxtail is so high in fat and connective tissue, you need to develop a serious crust to unlock its full flavor potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Prep:\u003c\/b\u003e Pat each segment bone-dry and dust lightly with seasoned flour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Sear:\u003c\/b\u003e Use a heavy-bottomed Dutch oven with a little \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"56\"\u003eOrganic Beef Tallow\u003c\/b\u003e. Brown the oxtail in batches until it is a dark, caramelized mahogany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Deglaze:\u003c\/b\u003e Once the meat is removed, you’ll see a dark film (the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"67\"\u003efond\u003c\/i\u003e) on the bottom of the pot. Pour in a glass of red wine or a splash of balsamic vinegar and scrape those bits up—this is where your \"liquid gold\" gravy begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe most important step:\u003c\/b\u003e Patience. Oxtail cannot be rushed. It requires a minimum of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"85\"\u003e3.5 to 4 hours\u003c\/b\u003e at a low simmer (around \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"124\"\u003e150°C\u003c\/b\u003e in the oven) to reach that \"surrender\" stage where the meat slides off the bone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBonus Butcher's Tip: The \"Overnight Chill\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eOxtail is naturally fatty. If you want a restaurant-clear, refined sauce:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Trick:\u003c\/b\u003e Cook your stew a day in advance and let it cool in the fridge overnight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Result:\u003c\/b\u003e The fat will rise to the top and solidify into a white disc. You can simply lift this off the next morning, leaving behind a pure, nutrient-dense, and collagen-rich gravy that is perfectly balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe White Sauce Pair-Up: Horseradish Crème Fraîche\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eWhile oxtail is usually associated with dark, red wine gravies, a tangy \"white sauce\" garnish is the secret to cutting through its intense richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Base:\u003c\/b\u003e Mix \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"14\"\u003e1\/2 cup of Crème Fraîche\u003c\/b\u003e (or sour cream) with 2 teaspoons of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"75\"\u003efreshly grated horseradish\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Brightness:\u003c\/b\u003e Add a squeeze of lemon juice and a pinch of salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Dollop a cold spoonful of this over your steaming hot oxtail stew. The sharp, creamy, and spicy \"white sauce\" acts as a palate cleanser, making every bite of the rich beef taste as exciting as the first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOxtail Classics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eOur oxtail is perfectly jointed and ready for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eJamaican Oxtail Stew:\u003c\/b\u003e With butter beans, allspice, and a hint of scotch bonnet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTraditional Beef Stock:\u003c\/b\u003e Use a few pieces of oxtail alongside your \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"66\"\u003eStock Bones\u003c\/b\u003e for a soup with incredible body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOxtail Ragù:\u003c\/b\u003e Slow-braised and shredded over pappardelle pasta with a dusting of Parmesan.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brooklyn Fine Meats","offers":[{"title":"500g","offer_id":42232845303886,"sku":"261","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/2812\/1934\/files\/Depositphotos_72876437_l-2015_Cropped_300x_f9b2b617-9cc1-4c07-aaa6-ddb80fd65c27.jpg?v=1742110615","url":"https:\/\/brooklynfinemeats.com.au\/products\/ox-tail","provider":"Brooklyn Fine Meats","version":"1.0","type":"link"}