Braised Oxtail Recipe

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   Toss the first seven ingredients together in a large bowl, cover, and chill overnight.

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   Take oxtails out of marinade and reserve onion mix.

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   In a heavy-bottom braiser over medium-high heat, brown both sides of oxtail in batches in extra virgin olive oil, drain excess oil leaving just sufficient to saute/fry onion mix and thyme.

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   After the onions and thyme are sauteed return oxtails to braiser and add in sufficient water to cover 1/4 of the oxtails.

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   Allow the liquid to come to a simmer.

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   Put cloves and allspice into a sachet or possibly tie in a cheesecloth, and submerge in liquid.

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   Season with salt, cover, and put into a preheated 350 degree oven for 1 hour.

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   Then add in tomatoes, red and Scotch Bonnet peppers.

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   Stir well and return pot to the oven for half an hour or possibly till oxtails are tender.

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    Check to see if additional water is needed during braising process.

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    Seasoning with more salt is recommended when finished.

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    This recipe yields 8 to 10 servings.

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