• Home
  • Recipes
    • Appetizers
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
      • Sheet Pan Recipes
      • Instant Pot Recipes
      • casserole
    • Slow Cooker
    • Soul Food
    • Southern Recipes
    • Sides
    • Dessert
      • Cookies
      • Cupcakes
    • Holiday Recipes
    • Seasoning & Spices
    • Low Carb
  • Buy My Cookbooks!
  • RosaMae Seasonings
  • About Rosie
  • Media & PR
↑

I Heart Recipes

Recipes You'll Love, Made Easy!

  • Home
  • Recipes
    • Appetizers
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
      • Sheet Pan Recipes
      • Instant Pot Recipes
      • casserole
    • Slow Cooker
    • Soul Food
    • Southern Recipes
    • Sides
    • Dessert
      • Cookies
      • Cupcakes
    • Holiday Recipes
    • Seasoning & Spices
    • Low Carb
  • Buy My Cookbooks!
  • RosaMae Seasonings
  • About Rosie
  • Media & PR

Get Amazing Recipes straight to your inbox!

Southern Smothered Oxtails

7/13/16

The sauce made from Worcestershire sauce and fresh cracked black pepper add a bit of a spicy bite to the meat.

Southern, soul food style smothered oxtails. Smothered in a homemade onion and garlic gravy, and slow cooked in the Crock Pot until they are falling off the bone tender!

There’s something about southern oxtails and gravy that just comforts my soul. No seriously! If I’m not feeling well, or If I had a bad day just the simple thought of oxtails and rice makes me feel better. My mom used to make oxtails all the time. Especially for Sunday’s supper. She’d serve the oxtails with her infamous southern style potato salad, mixed greens, and corn muffins. We’d tear up dinner like there was no tomorrow! The only thing that would be left on our plate would be the bones, and not string of meat! It was the best! It was, and still is one of my soul food dishes.

Oxtail is an ingredient many people are now just discovering. It's a great versatile meat to cook with!

Over the years I’ve made smothered oxtails plenty of ways, but I finally found a recipe that I’m going to stick with. No more revising, no more adding ingredients, nor steps. I have finally have a to go to recipe for oxtails. This is definitely my favorite southern smothered oxtail recipe.

The oxtails and the sauce are perfect over rice or potatoes.

This recipe is super simple. Unlike a lot of other soul food style oxtails, I don’t use a ton of ingredients. Also, I use very basic ingredients such as garlic, kosher salt, and onions to season up the oxtails & gravy. To make everything super easy, I use my slow cooker. This prevents me from standing in the kitchen all day. Everything about this recipe is golden!

Learn how to cook oxtails soul food style!


Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Southern Smothered Oxtails

These oxtails are slow-cooked until they are fall-off-the-bone tender, then smothered in a homemade onion and garlic gravy. You can't beat this flavor!
Course Dinner, Slow Cooker
Cuisine Southern/ Soul Food
Keyword Southern Smothered Oxtails
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Author I Heart Recipes

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 pounds beef oxtails
  • 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp freshly cracked or ground black pepper
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 cups beef broth OR water
  • 1 large yellow onion sliced
  • 3 cloves of fresh garlic minced
  • * more salt & pepper for taste

Instructions

  • Season the oxtails with 2 tsp kosher salt, and 1 tsp black pepper.
  • Drizzle the worcestershire sauce all over the oxtails, then toss the oxtails to make sure that they are coated.
  • Next, sprinkle 1/4 cup of flour all over the oxtails, and make sure that the oxtails are coated with the flour.
  • Next pour the vegetable oil into a large pan, and place the pan over medium heat.
  • Once the oil is nice and hot, add the oxtails in, and brown them.
  • Once the oxtails are nice and brown remove them from the pan, and put them in the slow cooker.
  • Return back to the pan with the hot oil.
  • If they are burnt pieces in the pan, pour out the oil, strain, clean the pan, then pour the strained oil back into the pan.
  • Start adding the remaining flour into the pan, but only a little bit at a time.
  • Whisk continuously.
  • Once the flour is brown, and resembles " chunky peanut butter", slowly pour in the beef broth or water.
  • Whisk while you pour!
  • Make sure everything is lump free, then turn the heat from medium to high.
  • Once the gravy reaches a full boil, reduce the heat to medium, and add in the sliced onions, and garlic.
  • Stir the gravy, and do a taste test.
  • Add as much salt & pepper that you think you may need.
  • Turn the heat off, and pour the gravy into the slow cooker covering the oxtails.
  • Make sure that the oxtails are nicely covered with gravy, then set the slow cooker on high.
  • Let cook for 8 hours.
  • Once done serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or whatever you'd like.
  • Enjoy!

Video

Get All The Delicious Recipes straight to your inbox!

Filed Under: All Posts, Dinner, Mains, SideBar, Soul Food Featured, Southern Recipes

Comments

  1. Mary says

    July 13, 2016 at 6:29 pm

    This recipe looks so good and easy to make. I’m not sure my family would go for the oxtails….I would. Pinned. Will make this later on and see how the family takes to them. Thanks for a good crockpot dish.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      July 13, 2016 at 6:31 pm

      Thanks for pinning Mary! I always appreciate you coming by!

      Reply
      • Jevon says

        April 12, 2017 at 3:21 pm

        5 stars
        Nice i like the way you make oxtails it’s similar to the way i do it!

        Reply
      • Robinson says

        April 18, 2019 at 1:54 pm

        5 stars
        Just made oxtails step by step. WOW! I finished everything except my lunch for tomorrow. Cannot stay awake. Love your recipe. Will be looking for more. If I had a Lady we’ll fall asleep together. Thank you very much.

        Reply
        • Felicia says

          April 26, 2020 at 1:58 pm

          5 stars
          This was my first time cooking oxtails like this with gravy. It smells so delicious.

          Thanks

          Reply
      • Stacey says

        October 26, 2020 at 6:00 pm

        5 stars
        Excellent recipe! Made it today.

        Reply
      • jj says

        May 29, 2022 at 1:11 pm

        how much flower for the gravy? there are no specifics about that or how much oil.

        Reply
        • Rosie says

          May 29, 2022 at 5:33 pm

          The recipe includes the ingredients, and instructions. Please watch the video as well if you need more details. Thanks.

          Reply
    • Joceline says

      July 13, 2018 at 5:19 pm

      5 stars
      The oxtails turned out delicious!. I used water and beef broth for the gravy and added about a tablespoon of beef base.

      Reply
      • Lorraine Banath-Yasharahla says

        May 11, 2019 at 1:03 pm

        Yes this is how I make my Ox Tails. I have Wild Rice and a Green Veggie. Mmmm! Delicious

        Reply
    • William Street says

      July 22, 2018 at 9:44 am

      Yo peoples this recipe was real cool! …. used french onion soup instead of the beef broth tokick up the grave

      Reply
      • Diane says

        November 15, 2019 at 8:58 pm

        5 stars
        Great idea!

        Reply
    • Patrick Farriott says

      October 21, 2018 at 9:02 am

      5 stars
      Looks so Beautiful As well as Delicious…!!

      Reply
    • Shanika says

      October 22, 2018 at 11:02 am

      Hey I’m making them now and it looks oily wat did I do wrong

      Reply
      • Rosie says

        October 22, 2018 at 3:33 pm

        Did you trim some of the fat off of the oxtails prior to cooking? Also, you can skim the fat from the pot.

        Reply
    • Lona says

      November 11, 2018 at 10:07 am

      Just went to the butcher to buy some oxtails and going to try this recipe for today’s Sunday dinner.

      Reply
    • Anthony Daniel says

      October 1, 2020 at 9:25 am

      Tried it and they were delicious only thing is they were done way before 8 hours and I cooked 5 lbs

      Reply
  2. Stephanie says

    July 14, 2016 at 6:07 pm

    5 stars
    Wow, that looks so good Rosie. Looks like a recipe i will try this weekend. We love oxtails and this appears to be really easy. Thanks Rosie!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      July 14, 2016 at 8:47 pm

      Thanks Stephanie! I hope that you give my recipe a try! XOXO

      Reply
      • Curtis says

        October 28, 2017 at 6:21 pm

        I am trying this recipe on Sunday and you know what that day means…..its soul food Sunday. Hope it turns out great!!!

        Reply
        • Rosie says

          October 28, 2017 at 7:52 pm

          Hey Curtis! Let me know how it comes out for ya!

          Reply
          • Deborah Robinson says

            May 29, 2018 at 7:26 am

            Hey Rosie I’m going to try it on the weekend thank for the recipes

      • Diedra says

        April 12, 2020 at 11:48 am

        5 stars
        This is another winner from your kitchen, Rosie! I followed your instructions step-by-step and the oxtails are currently cooking in my crock pot. My house smells amazing too. Your site is my go-to whenever I want to learn how to cook great tasting meals that remind me of home. I struggled in the kitchen before learning about your site. Now, I feel like a pro. Happy Easter!

        Reply
  3. Jackie says

    August 6, 2016 at 2:11 pm

    My father has been asking for oxtails and I want to give this recipe a try. Most slow cookers say to cook for 8 hours on low, is it o.k. too cook the oxtails on high for 8 hours (as you can see, I am new to cooking :).

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 7, 2016 at 11:51 am

      Hello. I cooked the oxtails on high for 8 hours.

      Reply
      • Paul says

        January 8, 2017 at 8:01 am

        Came on searching for a good recipe for my oxtails and found it. also saw a very very beautiful woman!!! Tell your husband that he is blessed man! Wow!!!

        Reply
        • Rosie says

          January 8, 2017 at 1:46 pm

          Awee. Thanks so much Paul! Glad that you found my recipe!

          Reply
      • MJ says

        May 20, 2018 at 6:36 pm

        5 stars
        Can I cook it on low for 12 hours?

        Reply
        • Rosie says

          May 22, 2018 at 5:19 pm

          Sure 🙂

          Reply
          • Therese House says

            August 11, 2019 at 5:17 pm

            5 stars
            I’ve used your recipe and it came out great..my husband and daughter loved them..thanks rosie

  4. Cassie says

    August 6, 2016 at 4:36 pm

    5 stars
    I made these for Sunday dinner. Definitely a favorite and oh so delicious and tender! Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 7, 2016 at 11:52 am

      Hi Cassie! I’m so glad that you liked the oxtails! XOXO

      Reply
    • Jojo says

      June 30, 2018 at 3:56 pm

      So Good yummmmm. Recipe so easy to follow. This is my second batch in less than a week The southern oxtails .

      Reply
  5. Steve says

    August 15, 2016 at 7:41 pm

    What should i do if the gravy does not not cover all of the oxtails?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 15, 2016 at 7:51 pm

      If the recipe was followed there should be enough gravy. You can make more if needed.

      Reply
  6. Karolyn says

    August 30, 2016 at 9:00 am

    5 stars
    OMG I made these yesterday..my hubby called me from work to say he LOVED the gravy..it was my first time making them..my gravy on the stove was thick do I had to use more than 3 cups of water..did I do something wrong? I added more and it was perfect!! So easy and delicious! So glad I found it..thanks!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 30, 2016 at 7:22 pm

      Not sure why the gravy was too thick, but it sounds like you fixed it. Glad that you and your hubby liked the recipe!

      Reply
  7. Zandra Armstrong says

    October 20, 2016 at 9:39 am

    5 stars
    Im making these OXTAILS!! right now!! 8 hours chat later!!

    Reply
  8. Shamara Afia says

    October 21, 2016 at 1:42 pm

    Looks absolutely delicious! Gonna attempt, thanks for sharing

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 21, 2016 at 4:24 pm

      Hi Shamara! Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
      • Tamera Dortch says

        July 20, 2022 at 5:19 am

        Hello can I cook the oxtails in the oven on 375 for 8hours ? I don’t have a slow cooker but I want to try your recipe

        Reply
        • Rosie says

          July 22, 2022 at 4:21 pm

          Hi Tamera! No, that’s too hot. Try 300 F in the oven for 3-4 hours.

          Reply
  9. Lee says

    October 31, 2016 at 11:29 am

    I have never eaten oxtails, but your recipe sounds delicious. Now I just have to figure out where to buy oxtails.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 31, 2016 at 5:09 pm

      Thanks! They sale oxtails at safeway, wincos, and even costco

      Reply
      • Mary says

        December 10, 2017 at 5:16 pm

        Also sell Ox tails in Kroger, Save A Lot and your local meat market

        Reply
    • Jay W. says

      February 25, 2017 at 10:30 am

      Latino markets are a good bet also

      Reply
  10. Onye says

    November 3, 2016 at 12:26 am

    Literally making these now!!

    Reply
    • andrea says

      November 30, 2016 at 9:39 am

      Hello, did you make the gravy homemade or using the gravy mixes? Can the gravy be made with packets?

      Reply
  11. Chi says

    December 13, 2016 at 1:02 pm

    5 stars
    Can they be cooked faster on the stove top?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      December 13, 2016 at 3:29 pm

      Sure can.

      Reply
      • Bonnie says

        July 7, 2020 at 7:03 pm

        5 stars
        Wow Rosie Thank you so much ❤ for the delicious recipe my Son and Grandson loved the oxtails they were delicious . I was hoping I could add a pic they came out so good and your right they just left the bone on the plate nothing else. Thank you again so glad I found your recipe today. Looking forward to many more . Thank you!!!

        Reply
    • MDG says

      July 23, 2017 at 3:30 pm

      More tender in the crockpot or slow cooked in the oven (250) overnight. You wake up wanting to eat them for breakfast!!

      Reply
      • TIna says

        February 22, 2019 at 8:02 am

        5 stars
        Yes a friend of mine slow cooks them in the oven, but I only trust myself with the crockpot. I am trying these I was looking for a simple recipe like my mom used to make. I have done the Jamaican style and Cuban styled both good but I wanted a simple southern style recipe, this will do it I’m sure. I will cook and provide update. I want to eat them with rice and Okra, tomatoes and corn.

        Reply
  12. Jalissa says

    December 31, 2016 at 1:58 pm

    I’m attempting these now… however the gravy isn’t turning “brown” am I doing something wrong?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      December 31, 2016 at 5:55 pm

      Sounds like you either didn’t cooking it long enough, or the temperature isn’t on the correct setting.

      Reply
  13. Tracey Harris says

    January 1, 2017 at 6:31 am

    I’m trying for the first time no slow cooker I used dutch pot instead and put in oven hopefully it comes out

    Reply
  14. Tiffany says

    January 1, 2017 at 2:24 pm

    Amazing!!!! I just finished this recipe waited the allotted time followed the recipe step by step . 8 hours felt like 8 years the aroma had me up all night! Would not change a thing but I have to double the portion folk came from miles around…lol…BEST EVER thank u

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      January 1, 2017 at 7:55 pm

      YAY!!! So glad that you liked my recipe Tiffany. Happy New Year!

      Reply
  15. Inna says

    January 2, 2017 at 8:38 am

    I have a Dutch oven and only about two pounds of ox tail. How long and at what temperature do you suggest I cook this?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      January 2, 2017 at 10:17 am

      Hi Inna, Please refer to this page.

      Reply
      • Cheryl says

        February 18, 2020 at 11:32 am

        Doing them now,I have followed your smother chicken recipe an My Youngest son was in a food coma,So delicious!!,I Always look for your Recipes!!

        Reply
  16. Teresa says

    January 4, 2017 at 7:35 pm

    5 stars
    I just made your oxtails . Do you have an recipe for homemade banana pudding?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      January 4, 2017 at 8:36 pm

      Yes, I have a recipe here

      Reply
  17. KimmiLou says

    January 6, 2017 at 4:26 pm

    5 stars
    Miss Rosie, its a bout to go DOWN!.. i just divorced my second husband of 10 years and I wasn’t able to use my skills in the kitchen because “soul food” was a bit much and too flavorful for him.. he was the canned food type of guy.. I love getting in the kitchen and using some rich flavors.. I had these at a restaurant in Killeen texas last year and i fell in love with them.. now my fiancé loves soul food and grew up on it.. I am about to make oxtails for the first time.. I love that your ingredients are few and simple.. it is the PROCESS i find that makes food so good and rich.. Thank you for sharing and love your jokes.. No DOUBLE DIPPING! hahahaha.. Much love from Oklahoma

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      January 6, 2017 at 7:47 pm

      LOL! Enjoy the recipe!

      Reply
  18. Bill says

    February 10, 2017 at 3:55 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you, thank you, and thank you, Rosie. This recipe looks so good…I’m trying it this weekend, even if my wife don’t eat oxtails. I love them.
    So thanks a bunch!

    Reply
  19. Misti says

    February 21, 2017 at 1:46 pm

    Mine are in the crockpot right now. I’ve never cooked oxtails before…nervous but excited at the same time! If they turn out tasting as good as yours look then my boyfriend is gonna act a fool! I’ll keep you posted. Off to your crab pot macaroni recipe now!

    Reply
  20. Rachelle says

    February 24, 2017 at 7:31 am

    5 stars
    This is by far the best crock pot ox tails I’ve ever made! Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
  21. Jay W. says

    February 25, 2017 at 10:34 am

    I am cooking this right now. I’ll have to work on my gravy skills but am otherwise hopeful. Let you know how it went!

    Reply
  22. Kristin says

    March 22, 2017 at 6:52 pm

    OMG Rosie! I made this for dinner tonight along with your baked candied yams. Both were beyond delicious – definitely the best food I have made in a while! Thank you for both recipes! Can’t wait to try more of your dishes!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      March 22, 2017 at 10:06 pm

      Hi Kristin! Thanks for trying my recipes!

      Reply
  23. Chandra says

    March 25, 2017 at 2:32 pm

    5 stars
    I cooked this last week and it was delicious!!

    Reply
  24. Vanessa says

    April 3, 2017 at 6:19 pm

    5 stars
    OMG. MY OXTAILS WETE SOOOO GOOD. MY BOYFRIEND MOM WANTED THE RECEIPE. ( DIDNt GIVE)HE SAID IT WAD BETTER THAN HERS. IM NOT A COOK. BUT ROSIE YOU ARE TURNING ME ITO ONE. I MADE YOUR MAC AND CHEES AND CALOO. MAJOR HIT. SHOULD HAVE DOUBLED THE RECEIPE. THEY CAN EAT SUCKING THE BONES AND EVERYTHING LOL. I BARLEY GOT ANY MYSELF.

    How about lamb chops

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 3, 2017 at 8:06 pm

      Hi Vanessa! I’m glad that you liked the recipe 🙂

      Reply
  25. Lakisha F says

    April 9, 2017 at 3:06 pm

    5 stars
    I have made oxtails using your reciepe twice and the oxtails themselves came out perfect, the flavor is there and on both occasions the oxtails were tender but for some reason about half way through the cooking process I realize my gravy is no longer thick and it just looks really oily. The second time around I did change the gravy and use less oil but I still had the same result, what am I doing wrong?????

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 9, 2017 at 3:14 pm

      Hi Lakisha! Make sure that you trim most of the fat off of the oxtails before you cook them. That should do the trick 😉

      Reply
      • Marylou says

        July 10, 2019 at 12:13 pm

        Rosie, one thing some people might be doing wrong is adding the liquid too fast to the flour. After moving to Cajun country, I learned that when making a roux, you have to slowly add your liquid to the flour when making a roux or it will separate later on in the cooking process. You did say to add it slowly in step number 11 but some might have overlooked that. Fabulous recipe!

        Reply
  26. Cindi says

    April 11, 2017 at 10:42 am

    5 stars
    My boyfriend raises our beef. He has talked about oxtail for the 7 years we’ve. Been together. Can’t. Wait to surprise him with this for supper. I have it in our pressure cooked. Already smells great!!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 11, 2017 at 10:49 am

      Awesome! let me know how it comes out for you.

      Reply
  27. Andre says

    April 15, 2017 at 8:38 am

    5 stars
    This will be my 1st time cooking oxtails and I figure I can’t go wrong in a slow Cooker lol.
    I’m making it for Easter dinner.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 15, 2017 at 11:10 am

      Yes! Its quite simple. I love this recipe! Happy Easter Andre!

      Reply
  28. Erica says

    April 16, 2017 at 2:34 pm

    5 stars
    Oxtails have been in since 1045! Only 2 more hours! I’ve been wanting to make this recipe for a while now!

    Reply
  29. Chine' says

    April 19, 2017 at 10:24 am

    5 stars
    Hello Rosie,

    I am so happy that I found this site. I have an aunt that makes the best oxtails I have ever had she does this and I come running, I swear I can smell them all the way in Boston and she lives in Florida. She hasn’t sent me the recipe well today I found you and your recipe is the only one I have found that even comes close to her recipe. My entire family was pretty shocked that I came so close to her recipe I only missed on significant flavor other than that it is almost exactly the same. I am so so happy. I LOVE THIS RECIPE. Thank you so much for doing this blog. I will become an avid follower.

    Reply
  30. Jacquie M. says

    April 28, 2017 at 6:46 am

    I have been dying to try Ox Tails! Thank you Rosie for such an easy recipe and so mouth watering. I will be trying them within the next week and if I remember, I will post to you how they turned out. Again thanks 🙂

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 28, 2017 at 11:00 am

      Hey Jacquie! I’m glad that you enjoyed the recipe!

      Reply
      • Jacquie M. says

        May 1, 2017 at 3:45 am

        Hi Rosie! I made these this weekend and they are to die for. I didn’t tell anyone what they were until all the compliments started then I let them know. Guess what………..requests to have this dinner more often. Again thanks for such a great easy recipe!

        Reply
        • Rosie says

          May 1, 2017 at 8:21 am

          Hi Jacquie! I’m glad that your dinner was a success! XOX

          Reply
  31. Kylah says

    April 30, 2017 at 8:05 pm

    Hi Rosie!
    I’ve made your recipe twice now. The first time they were absolutely amazing.However the second time, the gravy was still comparable to peanut butter. It ended up tasting like flour.
    Now on my third attempt, I feel defeated, because the gravy is still too think, literally resembling play-doh.
    What should I do to fix it? I’ve already browned 5 lbs of oxtails.
    Thanks

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 30, 2017 at 8:52 pm

      It sounds like you did something different hun. I’m trying t understand why it would come out right the first time, but not the second and third .

      Reply
  32. Kieisha McClain says

    May 6, 2017 at 12:40 pm

    My first time making oxtails, i am using your recipe, they are in the crockpot right now, my fingers are crossed, yours look SPECTACULAR!!! Wish me luck!

    Reply
  33. Marybeth says

    May 26, 2017 at 10:38 am

    Can you please tell me what oxtails tastes like? They look killer.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      May 26, 2017 at 3:19 pm

      Hi Marybeth! Its super tender beef. Similar to beef ribs, with gravy.

      Reply
    • Loraine says

      June 15, 2018 at 10:44 am

      It’s simply the tail of a cow, so it’s beef. It is a particularly delicious cut, I’ve been told. Trying it tonight!

      Reply
  34. Charles says

    May 31, 2017 at 4:29 pm

    5 stars
    Hi Rosie, I’m cooking this now according to your instruction. I added Jamaican allspice with a bit a thyme also and a bit of curry powder. From the taste of the gravy, it’s going to be delicious i know! I will report back with my results. Thanks!

    Reply
  35. Charles says

    June 2, 2017 at 8:11 pm

    5 stars
    Report: The best oxtails I’ve ever had! I’m making them again tonight!

    Thanks Rosie!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      June 3, 2017 at 9:02 am

      Yay!!! Thanks for the review Charles!

      Reply
  36. Brooklyn says

    June 10, 2017 at 10:13 am

    Can you use the gravy packets? My gravy always comes out terrible!! 🙁

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      June 10, 2017 at 1:25 pm

      I prefer homemade gravy. However, you can try using store bought.

      Reply
  37. Crystan says

    June 16, 2017 at 10:21 am

    Hi Rosie, I want to make this dish using 1 lb of oxtail. Should I use the same measurements as listed? I’ve been following you for about 2 months now and every dish I’ve prepared to scrumptious! Thank you so much. 🙂

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      June 16, 2017 at 11:08 am

      Hi Crystan! Thanks for following my blog! If you’re making 1 lb of oxtails, cut the recipe in half 🙂

      Reply
  38. Becca de Leon says

    July 18, 2017 at 11:22 am

    Hello! Im excited to try your recipe. However i noticed in your video that after the salt and peper it looks like you added a dried herb, basil perhaps? I didnt see it in the recipe ingredient list, can you tell me what that was and how much of it you put in? Thank you!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      July 18, 2017 at 4:22 pm

      Hi Becca. That would be dried parsley flakes, which isn’t necessary. I just used it to add more color. 🙂

      Reply
  39. BECCA says

    July 18, 2017 at 10:44 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you so much! Parsley was my second guess!
    I made Thai tonight and I got turned out great. I know you are officially done tweeking this recipe but I wanted to let to you know I added some creole seasoning to the gravy for a little kick and it was tasty!!
    We had quite a bit of gravy left over so I tossed in the the freezer to use on some mashed potatoes in another meal. Thanks again! Thai recipe Is a keeper 🙂

    Reply
  40. Asha Nwaki says

    August 18, 2017 at 8:10 pm

    5 stars
    Rosie this was the best oxtails I have ever had thank you so much for the recipe I wanted to make something special for my mom because she works really hard and I cooked them and she loved them ❤️

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 20, 2017 at 9:42 am

      Hi Asha!! So glad that you and your mom liked the recipe! XOXO

      Reply
  41. Dr. Keesha Davis says

    September 24, 2017 at 7:00 pm

    4 stars
    Hi Rosie. I LOVE oxtails, but had never learned to cook them. I searched for a recipe and found your recipe. It looked delicious and sounded simple enough. I went for it this morning before church. And baby when I tell you that Sunday dinner was EVERYTHING!! They are tall off the bone, melt in your mouth good. Thank you. I am now subscribed to your blog. I this is a 5 star recipe. It won’t let me give it a 5.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      September 24, 2017 at 7:08 pm

      Thanks for trying my recipe!! XOXO

      Reply
      • Anthony says

        August 10, 2020 at 7:27 am

        I am going to try this oxtail recipe for the first time for my wife. I have not cooked them before so I am looking forward to using your recipe and cooking them in the slow cooker. My side dishes will be cabbage/collard green, yams and cornbread.
        Thank you for sharing.

        Reply
  42. Lauren Rogers says

    October 13, 2017 at 11:09 am

    Trying them this weekend hope all goes well!! Will comment back once all said and done.

    Reply
  43. Chandra says

    October 20, 2017 at 11:44 pm

    5 stars
    Rosie, I madeyour Southern Smoked Oxtails on Wednesday. Both my husband and I loved it. Your seasonings are always spot on. I’ve loved every one of your recipes I’ve tried. Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 21, 2017 at 10:13 am

      Thanks so much Chandra! XOXO

      Reply
  44. kelly harper says

    November 8, 2017 at 7:37 am

    5 stars
    Hi Rosie

    When browning the tails in the skillet do you turn them over to brown them on both sides?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 8, 2017 at 4:52 pm

      Yes, brown both sides.

      Reply
  45. Lisa says

    December 3, 2017 at 11:22 am

    5 stars
    I made it yesterday for my husband’s and father in laws birthday. They LOVED It!!!! Super easy. Thanks for sharing. Definitely will make again soon!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      December 3, 2017 at 11:35 am

      Thanks for trying Lisa!

      Reply
  46. Tyron Hooks says

    December 21, 2017 at 1:26 pm

    Hiw much longer do you suggest I cook if I’m doing 5 lbs of oxtails?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      December 21, 2017 at 1:32 pm

      Add an additional hour to 1 1/2 hours. 🙂

      Reply
      • Tyron Hooks says

        December 23, 2017 at 11:44 am

        Thanks! I’ll report my results.

        Reply
      • James says

        December 26, 2017 at 12:20 pm

        HI! can I use this recipe in a pressure cooker?
        If so would u please post directions.. thank you

        Reply
        • Rosie says

          December 27, 2017 at 9:01 am

          Hi James. I will share pressure cooker recipes in the future.

          Reply
  47. Rich Power says

    December 24, 2017 at 4:52 am

    Miss Rosie! Ma’am you have scored big time!! I love ox tails and this recipe struck my heart cords of my grandmothers Texas home cooking. Melt in the mouth meat and the gravy was fantastic. I served them over Konriko Wild Pecan Brown Rice…WOW! Keep the recipes coming!

    Reply
  48. Bobby says

    January 3, 2018 at 7:56 am

    5 stars
    Those oxtails are excellent . I found that on high the oxtails were done in about 5-ish hours. Maybe it changes depending on your slow cooker. But a great recipe packed w flavor. Thanks

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      January 3, 2018 at 7:05 pm

      Thanks for trying Bobby!

      Reply
  49. Alice says

    January 7, 2018 at 11:45 am

    5 stars
    Hello I tried many of your recipes but the but this is my first time given I’ve never eaten oxtailss before however I’m a sucker for anything smotheredwill report back once they’re done no doubt in my mind or belly they’ll be delicious thanks for all your great recipes I’m sooo glad I found your site it’s my go for all recipes now✨

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      January 7, 2018 at 8:57 pm

      Glad that you found my blog!

      Reply
    • P. HANES says

      April 8, 2018 at 1:39 pm

      I made this recipe and it was delicious. I can cook but love cooking by recipe and making others ideas. Will be making more of these recipes. I subscribed thanks for sharing.

      Reply
  50. Jaymes says

    January 29, 2018 at 10:38 am

    5 stars
    Hi Rosie,

    I made your southern smothered oxtails yesterday for Sunday dinner. It was the best oxtails I have ever eaten. Dear Lord it was so good! Thank you for sharing this recipe! I really mean it. We do a lot of cooking and we eat well! We know an outstanding dish when we taste it. I modified it only in the fact that I did not use a slow cooker. I prepared the whole dish in an enameled cast iron pot. After browning the oxtails, I deglazed the pot with meade and some beef stock. Then made the gravy, added the oxtails back to the pot with the thickly slice onion and crushed garlic, covered the meat with stock and into the oven for 3.5 hours. It was heaven in my mouth, I cannot stop thinking about it and can’t wait to polish off the leftovers this evening! Thank you Rosie and God Bless you and yours!
    Lovin’ Rosie’s Southern Smothered oxtails in Edmonton, AB Canada!!
    Thanks Again!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      January 30, 2018 at 11:31 am

      Thanks so much for trying Jaymes!

      Reply
  51. JackPowerhouse says

    February 11, 2018 at 2:11 am

    5 stars
    Bought 5 lbs of oxtails So I just doubled all the ingredients. Came out flavorful and tender! Just perfect. I served it with some basmati rice, chicken lard greens and biscuits for sipping up all that yummy gravy AND I have enough leftovers for lunch and dinner tomorrow
    Definitely adding this recipe to my regular rotation. Thanks ♥️

    Reply
    • JackPowerhouse says

      February 11, 2018 at 2:15 am

      5 stars
      ***Collard greens NOT chicken lard (typo)
      ***sopping (hey, it’s 5am, haven’t had my coffee yet please feel free to edit LOL)

      Reply
    • Rosie says

      February 11, 2018 at 2:28 pm

      Glad that you liked the recipe!

      Reply
  52. Michael says

    March 6, 2018 at 3:27 am

    I made this. Very good recipe . This is a do over for sure. I Had to make it gluten-feee so I used
    King Aurthers all purpose GF flour. The only thing I would suggest if using gluten free flour is to use half the amount as it thickens more than normal flour. Thank-You for a great recipe. A new favorite for my family .

    Reply
  53. Khantora says

    April 22, 2018 at 5:38 pm

    5 stars
    Best oxtails I ever had the gravy is so good! I did add a little vinegar to help with the tinderness I def will be making again.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 22, 2018 at 6:01 pm

      Thanks so much for trying my recipe!

      Reply
  54. Tiffany Hodge says

    May 10, 2018 at 9:26 am

    Hi rosie!, looks so yummy can i use a oven roaster if i dont have a crock pot ?

    Reply
  55. Tiffany H says

    May 11, 2018 at 12:18 pm

    5 stars
    My question was answered lol i can use a roaster oven!!❤it came out so amazing loved the gravy!had it on for 5 hours n it came out so tender!n so yummy great recipe rosie !

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      May 11, 2018 at 12:54 pm

      Thanks for trying Tiffany!

      Reply
  56. Shaun says

    May 19, 2018 at 3:28 pm

    5 stars
    Just made 5 lbs of oxtails following this recipe. I’m going to pour them over some homemade pasta noodles. Can’t wait. Smells fabulous. Thanks for the recipe, Rosie!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      May 19, 2018 at 5:05 pm

      Thanks for trying Shaun!

      Reply
  57. Loraine says

    June 15, 2018 at 10:41 am

    I have never had oxtails before, but have been curious. I love to try new foods! These are in the crockpot right now, so the fiancee and I will be trying oxtail for the first time together tonight. I added mushrooms and used both red and yellow onion. I can’t wait to dig in! I’ll update and let you know if we both liked it.

    Reply
  58. Burney Carl Marsh says

    June 23, 2018 at 11:30 am

    Oxtail! I haven’t had that in years, since my granny passed. I will try this recipe. It looks just as yummy as granny’s. Don’t let the name hold you back. Call it Queue de Vache (French for cow tail). Thanks! Wonderful true Southern recipes.

    Reply
  59. Yolanda Storey says

    June 24, 2018 at 3:11 pm

    5 stars
    I tried this recipe today and it was fantastic. My hubby thanks you because without this recipe I would have never tried them. I trust your site because every recipe I’ve tried comes out just as you say it will. Thank you and when you publish that cookbook I’ll be one of the first in line to snag a copy. Thanks again for your delicious recipes.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      July 1, 2018 at 12:56 pm

      Thanks so much for trying my recipe!

      Reply
  60. April says

    July 1, 2018 at 7:09 am

    Hi Rosie, while mixing, my gravy became too thick and wouldnt mix well with the broth. What did I do wrong? I ended up just mixing the broth, onions, and garlic and pouring over the oxtail will it still cook the same? Thank you.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      July 1, 2018 at 12:41 pm

      Hi April, you can thin it out with broth.

      Reply
  61. Rosalinda Lopez says

    July 11, 2018 at 9:28 pm

    Hi Rosie , my nickname is Rosie , sweet. Well first of all this recipe looks deeeelish i love oxtails . I make oxtail soup , my family loves it. Now i dont have a crockpot can i make this recipe on the stove or oven i really want to make this ??

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      July 20, 2018 at 10:06 am

      Yes, it can be made on the stovetop 🙂

      Reply
  62. Jen says

    July 22, 2018 at 6:39 pm

    Rosie,
    I really want to try this recipe. I work about 9 hours a day. I will be making 5lbs. Can you let me know if i have to home while these are cooking or can I just throw everything in the crockpot and go to work? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      July 23, 2018 at 9:37 am

      “I” personally leave mine at home to cook in the slow cooker. However, some people worry about leaving slow cookers unattended.

      Reply
  63. Tyra says

    August 3, 2018 at 2:30 pm

    5 stars
    This will be my first time trying to make Oaxtails. I searched and yours look great. Can I add some heat? If so I am open for suggestions.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 3, 2018 at 7:03 pm

      Hi Tyra! Yes, you can add some red pepper flakes if you’d like 😉

      Reply
  64. SHAnte says

    August 13, 2018 at 9:50 am

    5 stars
    Hello attempting to try this recipe Sunday and wanted to know how much water to add to crockpot or is none to be added after browning the ox tails and placing them in pot to cook?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 13, 2018 at 12:44 pm

      Hi Shante. All the ingredients are listed 🙂

      Reply
  65. Trenise says

    August 19, 2018 at 6:35 pm

    5 stars
    Hello. First time making oxtails and my family loved them. All went back for seconds. Followed your recipe step by step. The meat was very tender. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  66. Kathy S. says

    September 13, 2018 at 11:29 am

    Hi Rosie,

    In the video you sprinkle a green herb after the salt and pepper.

    What is it? Parsley?

    This looks delicious and will be my first attempt at Oxtails.

    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      September 13, 2018 at 4:26 pm

      Hi Kathy! Yes, It was parsley 🙂

      Reply
  67. Nicole says

    September 14, 2018 at 8:02 am

    5 stars
    Is a 6qt slower cooker big enough?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      September 17, 2018 at 11:13 am

      Absolutely!

      Reply
  68. Mrs. Ward says

    October 14, 2018 at 5:21 pm

    5 stars
    Thanks for the recipe, my first time doing oxtails and they were perfect!

    Reply
  69. Takara says

    October 31, 2018 at 11:26 am

    if you double the ingredients would you have to double the cooking time?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 31, 2018 at 4:06 pm

      No, you don’t have to double the cooking time.

      Reply
  70. Nicole says

    November 2, 2018 at 3:36 pm

    5 stars
    Rosie! You got people thinking I have an old soul with this recipe.! Its lie a special event when I make your tails. Ive made it 3 or 4 times and turned out great every time. I marinade for a few hours the tails in the Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper before browning on all sides. At 8 hours I pour off almost all the greasy sediment and replace with beef broth and let cook for another 4 hours. Also Ive been using bell pepper, onion, garlic at the gravy time and add tomatoes fresh or canned to the last 4 hours. For heat I add cajun seasoning or red pepper flakes. Yall read and make your gravy per recipe and you cant go wrong. The gravy is the truth! Remember cutting too many corners will mess up this recipe.

    Reply
  71. Deede says

    November 11, 2018 at 11:31 am

    Um……. when does the gravy go in? Also my oxtail’s were burnt. Sincerely, a person who needs a cooking for dummies book ….

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 11, 2018 at 3:52 pm

      LOL!!!! The gravy was made hun. LOL

      Reply
  72. Adam says

    November 11, 2018 at 5:23 pm

    5 stars
    I just finished making these and the only thing I see wrong with the recipe is the portion size. I think I’m going to eat the whole thing myself! so simple and so delicious.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 11, 2018 at 6:24 pm

      LOL!! Enjoy!

      Reply
  73. Feather says

    November 22, 2018 at 8:30 am

    5 stars
    Great recipe! Do I need to stir the tails while their cooking? Or just leave them alone?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 22, 2018 at 10:50 am

      You can stir occasionally 🙂

      Reply
  74. Patrice says

    December 8, 2018 at 3:47 pm

    In missing all of my family that has died off from Mississippi, I reached for this recipe was just what I needed to ground me for a SOULFUL weekend as at work I am EATING everyone else’s culture but my own (yes! I said it). Bless you Rosie
    Patrice

    Reply
  75. Andy says

    January 16, 2019 at 6:26 am

    4 stars
    We use a dutch oven, true Southern style. It only takes about 5 hours on 300 degrees. Still, a classic Soul Food recipe

    Reply
  76. Konai says

    January 20, 2019 at 5:06 am

    5 stars
    I love your oxtail recipe. I have cooked them before and they were finger licking good. I just put some in the crockpot for Sunday dinner. Yummy!

    Reply
  77. Allura says

    February 14, 2019 at 9:47 am

    I’m actively making this now My boyfriend wanted soul food for Valentine’s Day. We live in Nee Mexico but he’s originally from Oklahoma. He’s so excited to have this for dinner tonight. Thank you!!!!

    Reply
  78. Aaron says

    February 17, 2019 at 4:28 pm

    Just followed your recipe and wow…this was my first time making oxtails. My wife’s loves them but I’ve never been a fan, but I tried them anyways. They came out perfect. I added 4 tablespoons of Walkerswood hot jerk seasoning and the taste was spectacular. Thanks!

    Reply
  79. Coutanyer Evans says

    March 3, 2019 at 1:02 pm

    Okay Rosie, the oxtails are in the slow cooker.
    Can’t wait to see how they turn out.
    I’ll contact you when there done. It looked so delicious I had to try it.
    I’ll reply back and let you know how they were!

    Reply
  80. Claresse Medlock says

    March 23, 2019 at 7:05 pm

    Rosie girl let me tell you. You must have been in my head. I literally woke up this morning dreaming and telling myself over and over and over that I needed to make oxtails with gravy in the slow cooker. Mind you I’ve never in my entire life ever had oxtails. Nobody in my family has ever made them so I’ve no idea where that thought came from. Be that as it may, I got up, went looking for some oxtails, then sat online to find a recipe. Low and behold you pop up with the exact recipe for what I was craving. Thank you girl for answering that craving call. I can’t wait to sink my teeth into these oxtails after church for Sunday dinner.

    Reply
  81. Sabrina M says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:55 am

    5 stars
    I love this recipe!!!! This will make my fourth time making it for my family and each and every time we enjoy it!!!!!

    Reply
  82. Angel says

    April 2, 2019 at 9:16 am

    In the process of making now and it looks amazing. This is my first time making oxtails and of course I messed up and sauteed the onions and garlic with some oregano before making gravy but it turned out ok and it smells wonderful. Thanks so much for this recipe!!

    Reply
  83. Gia says

    April 5, 2019 at 8:30 pm

    Hi Rosie, do you know if this recipe can be made with almond or coconut flour to make it more keto friendly?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 6, 2019 at 11:32 am

      I would just braised without gravy for keto.

      Reply
  84. Angie says

    July 11, 2019 at 2:47 pm

    5 stars
    I made these a couple months ago for my husband because he really wanted some oxtails-I do not care for oxtails but wanted to make a good southern food dinner for him and I came across this recipe. I also had all the ingredients so it was time. I am NOT a good cook but I can cook enough to keep my family living-HA! The instructions were very simple but I did have an issue with the way the gravy came out and I can tell you it did NOT look like yours Rosie! Mine was more lighter in color and really thick, not sure if I cooked long enough or should have added more liquids. Even with my lack of cooking skills, even I knew something was up but I kept on with the recipe. I was hoping it would change after cooking but no it did not. I felt bad when I had to explain to my husband that I messed up his oxtails. He said he did not care and was going to eat them. He literally ate every bit of the oxtail with the exception of the bone!! I wish I took pictures but I dare not show Rosie what I did to her recipe…He loved them and I told him I would try again. So recipe 5 stars just not my cooking skills!!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      July 12, 2019 at 8:06 am

      Hi Angie! Practice makes perfect. Keep working on the gravy, be sure to following all steps, and you will master it . Xoxo

      Reply
  85. Quanetta Milburn says

    July 26, 2019 at 10:25 am

    5 stars
    Recipe looks yummy and super easy!! I just bought some fresh oxtails and am making this for my dinner tomorrow night. I can’t wait to taste it. Also I am going to have the collards and cabbage mix that you have a recipe for as my sides. So actually doing 2 of your recipes.
    I know dinner is going to be Awesome tomorrow night!!

    Reply
  86. Christy Upole says

    August 10, 2019 at 10:12 am

    5 stars
    I love your website. I want to make this for dinner, but I would like to add carrots to it. At what point would I add them? Thank you!

    Reply
  87. Toni says

    October 3, 2019 at 9:47 am

    Best Oxtails recipe!! My husband absolutely loves it!!

    Reply
  88. Ola says

    December 9, 2019 at 3:23 pm

    5 stars
    Hello Rosie! I found your site a few years ago. I have always made the Jamaican oxtails, but decided I wanted a more soulful and southern flavored oxtail for Thanksgiving! I am soooo glad to have found your version! THESE WERE THE BEST SLOW COOKER OXTAILS I HAVE HAD IN A LONNNNNNG TIME! These were so flavorful..the right amount of ERRRTHANG! I froze some, and reheated them just today..THEY TASTED AS IF I HAD JUST MADE THEM! You go girl! You knocked this one outta the park! I just found your Krispy Kreme Bread Pudding recipe..gonna try if for my Christmas dessert table! Again, thank you for sharing this AWESOME recipe!! Peace and a whole lotta blessings!

    Reply
  89. Thunder says

    January 11, 2020 at 5:56 pm

    Rosie,
    I’m going in! Wish me luck….

    Reply
  90. Susan says

    February 25, 2020 at 5:25 pm

    5 stars
    I made this recipe tonight for dinner and I couldn’t wait to comment on it!!!So while I’m eating ,I’m commenting. It’s very delicious, the gravy is rich and so so yummy! I made mashed potatoes to accompany the oxtail and Brussels sprouts with bacon , red onion, and balsamic vinegar. Thank you for posting such a deliciuos and easy recipe

    Reply
  91. Patti says

    March 12, 2020 at 1:16 pm

    I have been looking at your website for a couple of hours and have bookmarked many of them to try. I saw this recipe and realized I tried it for the first time a little over a year ago. It is wonderful! Can’t wait to try more of them. Especially the fried chicken. If my day goes as planned tomorrow, I will be making the pork neck bones and also the honey bun cake. Thank you!!!!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      March 12, 2020 at 2:58 pm

      Glad that you found my blog! XOXO

      Reply
  92. Thuy says

    March 18, 2020 at 9:13 am

    Hi Rosie, can I use the Instapot for this? Looks so good! Thanks

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      March 18, 2020 at 12:50 pm

      You sure can! XOXO

      Reply
  93. Jay says

    April 12, 2020 at 12:37 pm

    5 stars
    Prepared for Easter dinner, followed step by step. This is definitely the best oxtails I’ve prepared. Everyone left with full bellies and compliments.

    Reply
  94. Becky says

    April 17, 2020 at 12:59 am

    5 stars
    Hi Rosie!
    I recently found you on Pinterest while looking for an Oxtail recipe. I am a southern soul food girl and have been cooking for over 40 yrs. This was my first experience making oxtails with gravy and this recipe did not disappoint. I followed the recipe exactly and had to laugh at the gravy……we southern girl love a good gravy made with pan drippings and crumbs-lol. I am wondering if you have a recipe for Oxtail Soup? My best girlfriend made it with a tomato and beef broth base and vegetables that reminded me almost like what my grandmother made called Camp Stew (we are from south Alabama). Any help with this would be great. I subscribed to your email and can’t wait to try you other recipes.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 22, 2020 at 12:37 pm

      Hi. Becky! I don’t have my oxtail stew listed on the my blog yet XOXO

      Reply
  95. Jaime Arreguin says

    April 21, 2020 at 6:39 pm

    5 stars
    My wife just prepared them for dinner and OMG they were sooooooo delicious!!! Thanks for the best recipes. Can’t wait until we make them again.

    Reply
  96. Mrs T says

    April 24, 2020 at 8:26 am

    5 stars
    I love this recipe made this for Easter, they came out very well. I had to add more beef broth while making the gravy, but that’s not an issue for me. I noticed a little bit of meat and gravy was stuck to the sides of my crockpot. Next time I will spray non-stick cooking spray on the sides and bottom before adding the ingredients. I also just bought some pink Himalayan salt I may try this time around instead of kosher and I have some badia complete seasoning not sure but we shall see.

    Reply
  97. Silas says

    April 26, 2020 at 2:49 pm

    5 stars
    This is a great and easy to make recipe – thank you !!! This is one of my main dishes now At our house my wife really enjoys it and the kids too! You make a brother feel like he’s a Chef!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 29, 2020 at 11:47 am

      So glad that the family likes the recipe!

      Reply
  98. Davion Sr. says

    June 14, 2020 at 9:30 pm

    Wow! Had them for dinner, that was unreal!!!

    Reply
  99. Suzette says

    June 16, 2020 at 12:56 pm

    5 stars
    Rosie!!! One of our local soul food restaurants is always out of oxtails and only has them available on Friday’s and Saturday’s. Your recipe was the first one I saw with a video and it turned out sooo very tender and yummy! I was sceptical about cooking on high for 8 hours so I cooked on high for 6 and low for 2 (lol). Turned out great meat falling off the bone and the gravy to die for. We ate with brown rice and collard greens. My neighbor doesn’t cook but always buying ingredients for things she likes to eat (interesting partnership) I of course like to cook. Then we share with my parents and their best friend who all used to cook large Sunday dinners for us when we were small! Thanks again! Soo flavorful!

    Reply
  100. Jonathan Bryans says

    August 3, 2020 at 11:23 pm

    I love this recipe because there is no mucking around with solid flavours. I make this frequently and it is just so delicious. Thank you!!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 4, 2020 at 10:40 am

      Thanks for trying my recipe! XOXO

      Reply
  101. Rah says

    August 18, 2020 at 6:51 pm

    5 stars
    I’m literally making this recipe right now and my house smells amazing!… Can’t wait to try them. During the cooking process in the crockpot, are you supposed to stir it? Im so excited I can’t stop staring at them!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 21, 2020 at 10:39 am

      You don’t have to stir 🙂

      Reply
  102. Jasmine says

    September 27, 2020 at 2:02 pm

    5 stars
    OMG, thank you for making me look like a REAL cook! I love the fact that this recipe is so simple (compared to a lot of the others). My husband and I have enjoyed these multiple times, and I’m working on a batch now. But I do have one question, how much time would you suggest if I were to put them in an InstaPot?
    Thanks in advance!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 9, 2020 at 9:41 am

      I did this recent’y in the instapot for 1 1/2 hours. 😉

      Reply
  103. David says

    September 29, 2020 at 4:58 pm

    Miss Rosie thanks for this wonderful site.I can only find huge oxtails around here about a 1# each is that okay? I’m used to the smaller ones so you have a bunch these have a lot of meat but you won’t have the bones with marrow and cologen etc.What would you do.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 9, 2020 at 9:37 am

      Hi David! Yes, you can use large oxtails. I usually cook different sizes.

      Reply
  104. Angel says

    October 7, 2020 at 8:40 am

    Hello. I am making this oxtail recipe today. In the video the oxtails are sprinkled with salt & pepper and some green flakes. What are those green flakes in the video? I do not see this ingredient in the list. Please advise. Thanks so much.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 9, 2020 at 9:30 am

      Hi Angel. It’s parsley flakes.

      Reply
  105. Lani Luv says

    November 11, 2020 at 11:04 pm

    Rosie what was that dried green herb seasoning you added in the video?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 13, 2020 at 5:19 am

      It was parsley flakes 🙂

      Reply
  106. Alicia says

    November 17, 2020 at 9:23 pm

    5 stars
    Making this amazing smothered oxtail meal for the 4th time. My husband cannot get enough.

    I purchased you new recipe book and ordering more for xmas gifts.

    Rosie you have brought variety into my kitchen and I plan out my meals using many of your recipes.

    Thank you so very much!

    Reply
  107. Nae says

    March 11, 2021 at 2:03 pm

    Thank you so much. I have been using this recipe for two years!

    Reply
  108. Sheree Vaughn says

    November 13, 2021 at 5:09 pm

    Hi Cousin Rosie! I’m gonna try this recipe to cook hubby some of faves-OXTAILS! This looks simple yet delicious

    Reply
  109. Shaunte’ says

    November 13, 2021 at 5:11 pm

    5 stars
    This was the first recipe I had ever found of yours and I tried it, and I have used it ever since! It’s definitely a favorite ☺️

    Reply
  110. Nikki Simmons-Pitta says

    November 13, 2021 at 8:01 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe was so easy to follow. It’s the only way I do my oxtails now. Thank you so much!

    Reply
  111. Danisa B says

    November 17, 2021 at 1:08 pm

    Hi

    I love oxtails and I will try these smothered ones. Do you have the recipe for Jamaican style that you can share? I’m a single mom and this is the only thing I can actually eat without having to share with my youngin…LOL…I know that’s terrible. Help me out IHeartRecipes please

    Reply
  112. Danisa Baker says

    November 18, 2021 at 8:01 am

    I am going to try this recipe because I really like oxtails. I do prefer Jamaican or Caribbean style. Do you know how to modify this recipe to do that? As a single mom, this is one of the delicacies I can have and don’t have to share because my son doesn’t like them……Yay for me!

    Reply
  113. Jessica Copley says

    November 25, 2021 at 6:40 am

    5 stars
    I’ve never made, or even tried oxtails, but Im definitely gonna try this recipe!! Looks delicious, and all of your other recipes have been amazing! Thanks for sharing!!

    Reply
  114. Jessica Copley says

    November 25, 2021 at 6:41 am

    5 stars
    I’ve never made, or even tried oxtails, but I’m definitely gonna try this recipe! All of your other recipes have been amazing! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  115. Danielle Guidry says

    November 25, 2021 at 7:49 am

    5 stars
    Hey cousin happy Thanksgiving I’m entering your Thanksgiving contest my name is Danielle Guidry
    1 seafood gumbo
    2 southern oxtails
    3 southern seafood boil
    4 slow cooked jambalaya
    5 hamburger soup
    6 slow cooked smothered roast
    7 collard greens
    8 Baked macaroni & cheese
    9: southern green beans
    10 Southern smothered cabbage
    11 smoked turkey

    Reply
  116. Cherise Howard says

    November 25, 2021 at 6:28 pm

    All of the recipes I’ve seen thus far are fire, but it’s the Sweet Potato Pie recipe that has my heart!
    Cherise Howard

    Reply
  117. Monica Straite says

    November 26, 2021 at 7:03 am

    5 stars
    This recipe is one of my favorites along with your Southern Sweet Potato Pie & Slow cooker Mac & Cheese! My name is Monica Straite. Wishing you an amazing & blessed holiday season cousin. Love ya

    Reply
  118. Dani Guidry says

    November 26, 2021 at 12:38 pm

    5 stars
    Hey cousin I’m entering your Thanksgiving contest my name is Danielle Guidry my favorite recipes are
    1 sweet potato pie
    2 faux gumbo
    3 southern seafood boil
    4 southern oxtails
    5 soul food collards
    6 slow cooked beef roast
    7 jambalaya
    Southern Mac and cheese

    Reply
  119. Woods says

    May 18, 2022 at 2:35 pm

    Can I cook Oxtail in my pressure cooker?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      May 23, 2022 at 5:40 pm

      absolutely! 🙂

      Reply
  120. LDB says

    July 17, 2022 at 9:48 am

    5 stars
    I cooked this today and followed the recipe. It was delicious. I will definitely make this again.

    Reply
  121. Marion says

    October 19, 2022 at 4:56 am

    5 stars
    I am WITHOUT SPEECH! I made this last weekend & I’ve already told my in-laws to make sure they continue to save me the tails when they butcher their cows! I’ve made tails for YEARS …however, NEVER like this! I’ve GROWN up on the veggie soup style & SOMETIMES other ways. My parents who were chefs showed me how to cook & the love WE put into it! YOU showed YOUR love for that cut of beef HONEY! My ONLY mistake was NOT adding MORE thicker onions! I also forgot about them…thus the meat fells off when I scooped some up. I am SO SORRY for the length of this but I’m in my..ahem late 50’s & eating something so delicious ONE way BLEW my mind! Something so simple & YET so filling! I HAD to make more onions as the ones melded away. My younger son, was leery of eating them (LOL), so when he saw JUST the meat he was okay. My older son said…”WHERE’S the bone?”, in the beef commercial voice. Not sure how long they ended up cooing but in between time, I skimmed off the fat & saving to made french fries! ANYWAY…I followed the recipe EXACTLY & LOVE how you don’t have to add a thing except MORE of something for PERSONAL tastes. I found that I only added extra onion & garlic as MY personal taste. It DID NOT NEED IT! BE clear about that. I am blessed to NOT have to buy the tails & when they first gave me the WHOLE tail…I was surprised at how big they are! What I’ve seen in the store does NOT even come close to what I’m able to get now. ANYWAY, on a very personal note…I dreamt of my mom that night & I think she’s glad I found another way to fix them. I guess It never occurred to do it until I had so much at hand until I looked for another way to fix them. Thank you for your great taste!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 22, 2022 at 10:43 am

      Hi Marion!! Thank YOU for the amazing comment. I’m so glad that you found my recipe, and loved it! XOXO

      Reply
  122. Erica Mcfadgon says

    December 16, 2022 at 6:41 am

    5 stars
    Really delightful oxtail!!! Extremely flavorful. Great with rice or mashed, also good with a little bit of Curry seasoning if you want island style.

    Reply
  123. Erica Mcfadgon says

    December 21, 2022 at 12:42 pm

    5 stars
    Great recipe! Taste really great with Spanish rice.

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




Hi, I’m Rosie!

I'm happy that you have found my blog. I hope that you brought your appetite, because I have a lot of recipes for you to try!

  • Home
  • About Rosie
  • Let’s Work Together!
  • Recipe Index
  • RosaMae Seasonings
  • Privacy/Copyright Disclaimer

Blog posts may include affiliate links!

Hot Water Cornbread
Copyright ©2023, I Heart Recipes . All Rights Reserved.
Site by Pixel Me Designs