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savory oxtail soup recipe

Oxtail Soup with Caramelized Squash

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 35 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Baking sheet
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 sharp knife
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Ladle

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pound oxtail
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 clove garlic minced
  • 2 large carrots sliced
  • 1 celery stalk sliced
  • 4 cup beef stock
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 medium butternut squash peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add the oxtail to the pot and brown on all sides, then remove and set aside.
  • In the same pot, add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
  • Return the oxtail to the pot and pour in beef stock and red wine.
  • Add bay leaf, salt, and black pepper; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 2.5 hours until oxtail is tender.
  • Place cubed squash on a baking sheet, drizzle with remaining olive oil, and sprinkle with brown sugar.
  • Bake squash in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until caramelized.
  • Stir butter and fresh thyme leaves into the roasted squash.
  • Remove the oxtail from the soup and shred the meat, discarding bones.
  • Return shredded meat to the pot and add caramelized squash.
  • Simmer for an additional 15 minutes to meld flavors.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Notes

When selecting oxtail, look for pieces with a good ratio of meat to bone for richer flavor. Caramelizing the squash enhances its sweetness, adding depth to the soup. If you prefer a thicker soup, mash some of the squash before adding it back to the pot. Adjust the seasoning at the end, as the flavors will concentrate during cooking.
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