Marla's Oxtails Recipe

Name: Marla's Oxtails
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 pounds oxtails; 2 tablespoons vinegar; 5 cloves garlic; 3 stalks scallions; 3 sprigs fresh thyme; 1 small onion; 1 small fresh tomato; 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro; Salt and ground pepper; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 3 tablespoons sugar; Red beans and rice or white rice, for serving

Servings: persons

5 pounds oxtails
2 tablespoons vinegar
5 cloves garlic
3 stalks scallions
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1 small onion
1 small fresh tomato
1/2 bunch fresh cilantro
Salt and ground pepper
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons sugar
Red beans and rice or white rice, for serving

1
Cut and trim the oxtails.
2
Wash with water and vinegar.
3
Combine the garlic, scallions, fresh thyme, onion, tomato, cilantro and some salt and pepper in a food processor or blender.
4
Rub the paste into the oxtails and marinate overnight in the refrigerator.
5
Place the oxtails into a pressure cooker and cook according to manufacturer's directions until the meat is almost falling off the bones, 45 to 60 minutes.
6
Heat the oil in a heavy skillet.
7
Add the sugar and let it melt until it gets to a brilliant brown color.
8
Add the oxtails to the skillet (be careful, the sugar may splatter).
9
Let it cook for another 20 minutes.
10
Taste for salt.
11
Serve with red beans and rice or over white rice.
12
This recipe was provided by a chef, restaurant or culinary professional and makes a large quantity.
13
The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

165

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 pounds oxtails, 2 tablespoons vinegar, 5 cloves garlic, 3 stalks scallions, and more.

Yes, Marla's Oxtails falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Marla's Oxtails

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