Oxtail Soup

Oxtail Soup- Oxtail may be thought of as simply soup bones with a little more gelatine content ,and less marrow ;in which case, any recipe for beef soup may be used. The Following are some recipes calling specifically for oxtail.

·        Cut 1 large oxtail at joints, wash the pieces thoroughly in cold water, and sponge them dry.

·         Season them with salt and pepper and roll them in flour.

·        In 1 Tbsp. shortening sauté’ the pieces for 8 to 10 minutes and transfer them to a soup kettle.

·         Add 1/2 cup each of onions, leeks, carrots and celery, all diced, a small bouquet garni, and 11/2 qts beef stock.

·        Cover the kettle tightly and simmer the soup gently for 3 hours, or until the oxtail meat is thoroughly tender.

·        Discard the bouquet garni and season to taste.

·        When ready to serve, stir in 1 tsp. each of lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce. Serve very hot. ©Al (Alex-Alexander) D. Girvan. All rights reserved.