Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 2 pounds oxtail, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 celery stalk, coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 bay leaf
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 6 small carrots, peeled
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Method

  • Heat the oil in a large heavy skillet.
  • Dredge the oxtail in the flour in a bowl, and place in the skillet.
  • Stir constantly over brisk heat until the meat is seared, about 15 minutes.
  • Add the celery, bay leaf, thyme, and garlic, stirring constantly until brown.
  • Stir in the boiling water, reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
  • Add the carrots and parsley and continue simmering for 1 1/2 additional hours or until the meat is tender.
  • Remove bay leaf.
  • Add the salt and pepper.