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Kelli Ferrell Oxtail Recipe

Kelli Ferrell Oxtail Recipe

Kelli Ferrell’s oxtail recipe is a classic soul food dish that’s been around for ages. It’s a flavorful and hearty dish, and it’s sure to please your family and friends.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Kelli Ferrell Oxtail Recipe
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 350kcal
Author: Bex Smith

Equipment

  • oven

Ingredients

  • 2 cups bold-bodied Malbec red wine
  • 4 tsp dried Mexican oregano
  • 4 poblano peppers chopped
  • 12 cloves purple garlic minced
  • 4 lbs grass-fed oxtails
  • 4 cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 4 cans San Marzano tomato sauce
  • 4 Vidalia onions chopped
  • 2 tsp Himalayan pink salt
  • 1 tsp freshly ground Tellicherry black pepper
  • 1 tsp freshly ground Tellicherry black pepper

Instructions

Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).

Prepare the Oxtails:

  • Rinse the oxtails under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season them generously with Himalayan pink salt and freshly ground Tellicherry black pepper.

Sear the Oxtails:

  • Heat a large, oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add a small amount of oil, and sear the oxtails on all sides until they develop a rich, brown crust. Work in batches if necessary. Once seared, remove the oxtails from the pot and set them aside.

Sauté Aromatics:

  • In the same pot, add chopped Vidalia onions, poblano peppers, and minced purple garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened and aromatic.

Add Tomatoes and Sauce:

  • Pour in the fire-roasted diced tomatoes and San Marzano tomato sauce. Stir well to combine with the sautéed vegetables.

Seasoning:

  • Sprinkle dried Mexican oregano over the mixture. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste.

Reintroduce Oxtails:

  • Place the seared oxtails back into the pot, nestling them into the tomato and vegetable mixture.

Pour in Red Wine:

  • Pour the bold-bodied Malbec red wine over the oxtails and tomato mixture. The wine will add depth and richness to the dish.

Cover and Cook:

  • Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven. Allow the oxtails to braise for approximately 3 to 4 hours or until they are tender and falling off the bone.

Check for Doneness:

  • Periodically check the oxtails, and if needed, adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.

Serve:

  • Once the oxtails are tender, remove the pot from the oven. Serve the oxtails and sauce over a bed of your favorite side dish, such as rice or mashed potatoes.

Notes

• If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, you can transfer the oxtail mixture to a baking dish before transferring to the oven.
• To ensure the oxtail is tender, be sure to cook it for the recommended amount of time.
• If you want a thicker sauce, you can add 1-2 tablespoons of cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of water before transferring to the oven.
• If you want a spicier dish, you can add more cayenne pepper.
• To make the dish even more flavorful, you can add a few tablespoons of chopped fresh herbs.
• If you don’t have beef stock, you can use chicken stock instead.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal
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