Hawaiian Oxtail Soup
Ingredients
- 2 kgs oxtails
approx. 6 large pieces
- 1/2 cup raw peanuts
skinned
- 1 large white onion
quartered
- 1 strip dried orange peel
- 2 pcs whole star anise
- 1/2 thumb sized fresh ginger
thinly sliced
- salt
- red chili flakes
optional
- fresh coriander
chopped
- spring onions
chopped
- water
- oil
Directions
- 1
Generously season oxtails with salt, set it aside.
- 2
In a pot heat oil on high heat, once it starts to smoke add the oxtails and brown it on all sides.
- 3
Pour enough water to cover oxtails, add onion, dried orange peel, star anise and ginger. Bring to a boil and simmer in low heat for 2 1/2 hours, check liquid levels once in a while and add water if necessary.
- 4
Add the peanuts and red chilli flakes, then continue to simmer for 30 more minutes.
- 5
Taste and season with salt as required then turn heat off then place in serving bowls topped with generous amounts of fresh coriander and spring onions. Serve with rice.
Hawaiian Oxtail Soup
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About this Recipe
Craving a deeply comforting, soul-satisfying meal that warms you from the inside out? This Hawaiian Oxtail Soup delivers rich, tender oxtails slowly cooked into an aromatic, flavorful broth, perfect for a cozy evening.
The magic of this Hawaiian Oxtail Soup lies in its deliberate, slow-cooking process, transforming humble oxtails into incredibly tender, fall-off-the-bone meat. Infused with warming ginger, exotic star anise, and fragrant dried orange peel, the broth develops a remarkable depth. The addition of raw peanuts contributes a subtle richness and unique texture that sets this clear soup apart.
Prepare for an experience that tantalizes your senses. You'll enjoy a beautifully clear, golden broth, brimming with savory goodness and a fragrant complexity from the aromatics. The oxtails will be luxuriously tender, melting in your mouth with every spoonful. The peanuts add a delicate, nutty counterpoint, while the fresh coriander and spring onions provide a bright, herbaceous finish. This dish is not difficult to prepare, but it requires patience to allow the flavors to fully meld during its extended cooking time, resulting in a truly rewarding meal.
You can easily adjust the heat level to your preference by adding more or less red chili flakes. For a brighter, more pungent finish, a squeeze of fresh lime or a dash of fish sauce can be added at the table. If you're out of fresh coriander, fresh parsley can offer a different green note, though the flavor profile will shift slightly.
This hearty Hawaiian Oxtail Soup is ideal as a nourishing dinner on a cool evening or a comforting meal for family gatherings. Serve it in large bowls, garnished generously with fresh coriander and chopped spring onions, perhaps alongside a simple bowl of steamed rice to soak up every last drop of the exquisite broth.