Oxtail Bone Broth
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If you are on the lookout for a fantastic addition to your recipes or simply want to venture into something new, then this recipe is perfect for you!
Oxtail bone broth has become an essential ingredient in countless dishes I prepare at home.
And let me just mention that it sure doesnโt skimp on flavor! Its rich beef flavor adds so much more to your dishes and is even good on its own if thatโs something you enjoy!

We love bone broth around here, especially in the winter months.
Of course, I love using it in stews, but it gets boring with the same types of broth, so we started experimenting with pork bone broth, and the newest addition is oxtail bone broth.
Table of Contents
Ingredients
- Oxtail: The tail from a cow makes an excellent beef broth, adding a more rich flavor. You can find oxtail at your local butcher shops.
- Vegetables: I like to add carrots, onions, and garlic to a more flavorful broth, but if you have another favorite, throw it in too.
- The Best Seasonings: I always add 1 bay leaf, salt, Italian seasoning, ground black pepper and sage.
- Apple cider vinegar: Helps to break down the collagen, forming a more velvety texture.
Step 1. Prep the oxtail.
Start by rinsing the oxtail well. Then cut the onions and carrots into large chunks.
Step 2. Add the oxtail to the pot.
In a large pot or dutch oven add your first and most important ingredient, the beef oxtail.
Step 3. Add the vegetables.
Dump the chopped veggies into the pot along with the oxtail.
Step 4. Add the water.
Fill with enough water to submerge the beef oxtail and veggies. I used cold water straight from our faucet.
Step 5. Spice up your roast.
Add your spices and apple cider vinegar to the pot and get ready for a long cooking time.
Tip: For an extra flavorful and savory broth, add an extra pinch of sea salt, sage leaves, and additional bay leaves.
Step 6. Cook your oxtail bone broth.
Once you have added the ingredients to the pot, the next step is to bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
After it begins to boil, cover and reduce the temperature to low heat and simmer for at least 3 hours, though slow cooking for longer is better.
Note: This batch I simmered for 5 hours. I had a meeting I had to get to after cooking the broth, so I stuck the whole thing in the fridge before straining it. This is what it looked like in the morning!
Step 7. Strain the broth.
Grab yourself a mesh strainer and a large bowl. Set the strainer over the bowl and pour the pot of oxtail bone broth into the strainer, catching the veggies and oxtail.
Note: You can save the oxtail meat to use in oxtail pho or any soups.
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My Favorite Ways To Use Oxtail Bone Broth
One way I love to use oxtail bone broth is as a substitute for broth in various savory recipes. I always enjoy changing up the flavor.
Instead of using your typical beef broth, we use our flavorful oxtail bone broth. It might just surprise you how great the addition is to add to many of your recipes.
You can enhance the taste of parboiled rice by finishing the cooking process with this wonderful stock. It adds so much flavor to ordinary rice.
Some of my favorite soups recipes are classic venison stew, and ground pork chili. We substitute the beef broth and use our oxtail bone broth instead.
And if that isn’t enough for you, another delicious soup you can try is moose chili.
Everyone seems to enjoy these recipes.
Proper storing and reheating
Allow the broth to cool at room temperature and then store it in airtight containers in the fridge or freezer.
I like to keep my bone broth in freezer-safe containers with tightly sealed lids. The broth can be kept in the fridge for up to a week and in the freezer for six months.
FAQs
Can oxtail bones make beef stock?
Absolutely! Oxtail bones can be used to make a rich and flavorful beef stock. The marrow and meat surrounding the oxtail bones add depth and richness to the stock.
Just simmer the oxtail bones along with vegetables and spices to extract all the savory goodness.
How to make oxtail bone broth?
It is as simple as following the instructions in this recipe, and you will be rewarded with a delicious pot of oxtail broth. The cooking process is direct and easy to follow.
Are oxtails good for bone broth?
Yes, just try out this recipe and find out for yourself. The savory flavors of this broth make a great addition to any dish.
Plus, the oxtail makes a less greasy broth than typical beef soup bones.
Does beef oxtail have meat on it?
Yes, and it is delicious! There is not a lot of meat, but certainly don’t let it go to waste. Just add it to your next recipe.
Enjoy your oxtail bone broth
So if you are looking for a great addition to your recipes or perhaps want to try something new, this is the recipe for you!
Oxtail bone broth has been used in many of the dishes I make at home and I’m sure you will love it too.
This broth is rich in flavor and packed with nutrients. Made by simmering oxtail bones with aromatic vegetables and herbs, this broth becomes a delicious base for soups, stews, and sauces.
I hope you give this oxtail bone broth a try! And if it is your first time making this rich broth, be sure to let us know in the comment section below!
Here are some great recipes to try if you are looking for ways to introduce new dishes to your menu!
Oxtail Bone Broth
Ingredients
- 1 oxtail
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 tablespoon of salt
- 1/2 tablespoon of Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon each of ground black pepper and sage
- 1 onion sliced
- 3 carrots quartered
- 4 cloves of garlic peeled
- 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Rinse oxtail
- Add the oxtail to the dutch oven.
- Add your veggies.
- Fill with water, just enoughย to submerge everything.
- Add your spices and ACV.
- Bring the pot to a boil.
- Once boiling, cover and reduce the heat to simmer.
- Allow it to simmer for at least 3 hours, though the longer, the better.ย
- Strain the broth.