Tender Oxtails in Rich Gravy

Ingredients List

• 2 pounds beef oxtail

• 1 onion, chopped

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon Greek seasoning

• 1 tablespoon salt, or more to taste

• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, or more to taste

• 1 teaspoon seasoning salt

• 4 cups water, or as needed

• 2 tablespoons bacon drippings or shortening

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 2 dashes browning sauce

• 1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste

Instructions

In a large stockpot, combine oxtails, onion, garlic, Greek seasoning, 1 tablespoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of pepper, and seasoning salt. Add enough water to fully submerge the oxtails and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium, cover, and simmer until the oxtails are tender, about 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Once done, remove from heat and set aside 2 cups of the broth for later use.

Heat bacon drippings or shortening in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.

Add 2 cups of reserved broth and browning sauce to the mixture. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir constantly and cook until the gravy thickens.

Add oxtails to the skillet, stirring to coat with the gravy. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the oxtails are heated through, about 5 minutes.

Note from the Editor:

The salt content in the nutritional information reflects the substantial amount added to the cooking liquid, most of which is discarded after cooking.

Nutritional Information (per serving)