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Native Breed Beef Oxtail

A Culinary Delight Worth Savouring

Oxtail, as the name suggests, is the tail of cattle, ours are sourced from North Yorkshire beef cattle. This seemingly unassuming cut is renowned for its depth of flavour and texture. While oxtail may appear intimidating with its bony, fatty, and tough composition, it hides a secret that reveals itself through the magic of slow cooking.

Our Oxtail comes sliced into chunks but if you would prefer it whole, please let us know in the notes at the checkout.

HOW TO COOK OXTAIL

£15.75

Approximate Weight: 1kg +/-
Serves: 2
Shelf life: Min 10 days
Delivery: choose date at checkout

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This cut of meat is known for its rich and flavourful meat, as well as the gelatinous quality it imparts to dishes when slow-cooked.

Here are some key points about oxtail:

Cut of Meat: Oxtail is a bony, fatty, and tough cut of meat. It consists of the tailbone, which is composed of vertebrae, as well as the surrounding meat and connective tissue.

Flavour and Texture: Oxtail is prized for its deep, beefy flavour and tender, succulent meat. When cooked slowly, the collagen-rich connective tissue in the tail breaks down, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a rich, hearty broth or sauce.

Cooking Methods: Oxtail is often braised, stewed, or simmered for an extended period of time to fully develop its flavours and tenderise the meat. It is a popular choice for soups, stews, and hearty dishes.

SEE OUR GUIDE – HOW TO COOK OXTAIL

Cuisine: Oxtail is used in various cuisines around the world. It’s a common ingredient in dishes like oxtail soup (popular in the United Kingdom), oxtail stew (popular in Caribbean cuisine), and Korean oxtail soup (called “kkori gomtang”).

Nutritional Value: Oxtail is relatively high in fat and calories, but it’s also a good source of essential nutrients, including protein, iron, and vitamins. The gelatin produced during cooking is thought to have some health benefits for joints and skin.

Preparation: Before cooking, oxtail is typically seared or browned to enhance its flavour. It is then simmered or braised with aromatic vegetables, herbs, and liquid (such as broth, wine, or tomatoes) until it becomes tender and flavourful.

Culinary Uses: Oxtail is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a wide range of dishes, from hearty stews to more refined preparations. It adds depth of flavour to the dishes it’s incorporated into.

Variations: There are various regional and cultural variations of oxtail dishes. For example, Jamaican oxtail stew often includes ingredients like scotch bonnet peppers and allspice, while Korean kkori gomtang features a clear broth with minimal seasoning.

Economical Choice: Oxtail was historically considered a less expensive cut of meat, making it a popular choice for budget-conscious cooks. However, its popularity has increased in recent years, leading to price increases.

Oxtail is a unique and flavourful cut of meat that, when prepared with care and patience, can result in delicious and comforting dishes enjoyed in various cuisines worldwide.

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This cut of meat is known for its rich and flavourful meat, as well as the gelatinous quality it imparts to dishes when slow-cooked.

Here are some key points about oxtail:

Cut of Meat: Oxtail is a bony, fatty, and tough cut of meat. It consists of the tailbone, which is composed of vertebrae, as well as the surrounding meat and connective tissue.

Flavour and Texture: Oxtail is prized for its deep, beefy flavour and tender, succulent meat. When cooked slowly, the collagen-rich connective tissue in the tail breaks down, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a rich, hearty broth or sauce.

Cooking Methods: Oxtail is often braised, stewed, or simmered for an extended period of time to fully develop its flavours and tenderise the meat. It is a popular choice for soups, stews, and hearty dishes.

SEE OUR GUIDE – HOW TO COOK OXTAIL

Cuisine: Oxtail is used in various cuisines around the world. It’s a common ingredient in dishes like oxtail soup (popular in the United Kingdom), oxtail stew (popular in Caribbean cuisine), and Korean oxtail soup (called “kkori gomtang”).

Nutritional Value: Oxtail is relatively high in fat and calories, but it’s also a good source of essential nutrients, including protein, iron, and vitamins. The gelatin produced during cooking is thought to have some health benefits for joints and skin.

Preparation: Before cooking, oxtail is typically seared or browned to enhance its flavour. It is then simmered or braised with aromatic vegetables, herbs, and liquid (such as broth, wine, or tomatoes) until it becomes tender and flavourful.

Culinary Uses: Oxtail is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a wide range of dishes, from hearty stews to more refined preparations. It adds depth of flavour to the dishes it’s incorporated into.

Variations: There are various regional and cultural variations of oxtail dishes. For example, Jamaican oxtail stew often includes ingredients like scotch bonnet peppers and allspice, while Korean kkori gomtang features a clear broth with minimal seasoning.

Economical Choice: Oxtail was historically considered a less expensive cut of meat, making it a popular choice for budget-conscious cooks. However, its popularity has increased in recent years, leading to price increases.

Oxtail is a unique and flavourful cut of meat that, when prepared with care and patience, can result in delicious and comforting dishes enjoyed in various cuisines worldwide.

We prepare your order in our butchery on the day before delivery to ensure that everything reaches you in the best condition.

UK MAINLAND DELIVERIES

We deliver on a next day service throughout the UK mainland (please see below for restrictions). Your order is shipped in an insulated box.

Our delivery service allows you to pick a delivery date in advance when you reach the checkout. Our delivery days are Tuesday to Friday.

We use a courier service. They will notify you on the morning of delivery with an estimated time for delivery.

Delivery is free on orders over £50. (under £50 = £12.95) Sorry This is due to the cost involved in our chilled packaging and courier cost.

 

Restricted Areas

WE PROVIDE A TWO DAY SERVICE TO THE FOLLOWING AREAS. THIS IS NOT SUITABLE IN VERY HOT WEATHER These are:

Scottish Mainland – AB30, AB33-AB36, DD8, DD9, FK16

Scottish Highlands – AB37-AB38, AB42-AB45, AB53-AB56, IV21-IV24, IV26-IV28, IV40, IV52-IV54, KW1-KW14, PA36, PA40, PH30-PH33, PH34-PH41

Scottish Offshore – HS1-HS9, IV41-IV51, IV54-IV56, KA27-KA28, KW15-KW17, PA20, PA41-PA49, PA62-PA76, PH42-PH44, ZE1-ZE3 –

Northern Ireland – WE ARE UNABLE TO SHIP TO NORTHERN IRELAND AT THE MOMENT

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