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Easy Chinese Roast Cow Tail Recipe: Delicious & Flavorful!
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Easy Chinese Roast Cow Tail Recipe: Delicious & Flavorful!
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Easy Chinese Roast Cow Tail Recipe: Delicious & Flavorful!

A mouth-watering recipe for Chinese Roast Cow Tail, tender and rich with aromatic spices. Perfect for a hearty meal, this dish will impress your family and friends with its deep flavors and succulent texture. Follow our step-by-step guide to achieve culinary perfection.
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Raw Cow Tail Pieces
Raw Cow Tail Pieces

Recipe Information

20m
Prep Time
3h 40m
Cook Time
4h
Total Time
4
Servings
Medium
Chinese
English
Nutrition (per serving)
700
Calories
60g
Protein
20g
Carbs
45g
Fat
Searing the Cow Tail
Searing the Cow Tail

Ingredients

  • Cow Tail
    (approximately 1.5-2 kg, cut into 2-inch sections)

    1 piece
  • Ginger
    (fresh, sliced)

    1 cup
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  • Green Onions
    (chopped, plus extra for garnish)

    2 stalks
  • Garlic
    (crushed)

    4 cloves
  • Soy Sauce
    (low sodium)

    1 cup
  • Shaoxing Wine
    (or dry sherry)

    1 cup
  • Brown Sugar

    2 tbsp
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  • Star Anise

    2 pieces
  • Cinnamon Stick

    1 piece
  • Water or Beef Broth

    4 cups
  • Vegetable Oil

    2 tbsp
  • Salt
    (to taste)

    1 tsp
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  • Black Pepper
    (freshly ground, to taste)

    1 tsp
Servings: 4
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Braising in the Pot
Braising in the Pot

Instructions

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  • 1

    Prepare the Cow Tail: Rinse the cow tail pieces thoroughly under cold water. Pat dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
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    Prepare the Cow Tail: Rinse the cow tail pieces thoroughly under cold water. Pat dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
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    Ensuring the cow tail is dry helps achieve a better sear.
  • 2

    Sear the Cow Tail: Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Add the cow tail pieces and sear on all sides until nicely browned. Remove the seared cow tail and set aside.
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    Sear the Cow Tail: Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Add the cow tail pieces and sear on all sides until nicely browned. Remove the seared cow tail and set aside.
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    Don't overcrowd the pot; sear in batches if necessary to ensure even browning.
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  • 3

    Sautรฉ Aromatics: In the same pot, add a little more oil if needed. Add sliced ginger, chopped green onions, and crushed garlic. Sautรฉ for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
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    Sautรฉ Aromatics: In the same pot, add a little more oil if needed. Add sliced ginger, chopped green onions, and crushed garlic. Sautรฉ for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
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    Be careful not to burn the garlic; a gentle sizzle is perfect.
  • 4

    Add Liquids and Spices: Return the seared cow tail to the pot. Pour in the soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, water or beef broth. Add brown sugar, star anise, and cinnamon stick. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
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    Add Liquids and Spices: Return the seared cow tail to the pot. Pour in the soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, water or beef broth. Add brown sugar, star anise, and cinnamon stick. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
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    Ensure all pieces are mostly submerged in the liquid for even cooking.
  • 5

    Braise/Roast until Tender: Cover the pot tightly and transfer to a preheated oven at 160ยฐC (325ยฐF). Braise for 3 to 4 hours, or until the cow tail is fork-tender and practically falling off the bone. Alternatively, simmer on the stovetop over low heat for the same duration.
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    Braise/Roast until Tender: Cover the pot tightly and transfer to a preheated oven at 160ยฐC (325ยฐF). Braise for 3 to 4 hours, or until the cow tail is fork-tender and practically falling off the bone. Alternatively, simmer on the stovetop over low heat for the same duration.
    3h 30m

    Check tenderness periodically; cooking time may vary based on the size and cut of the cow tail.
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  • 6

    Serve: Carefully remove the cow tail from the pot. Strain the sauce and reduce it over high heat until slightly thickened, if desired. Serve the roast cow tail immediately with the rich sauce, garnished with fresh chopped green onions.
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    Serve: Carefully remove the cow tail from the pot. Strain the sauce and reduce it over high heat until slightly thickened, if desired. Serve the roast cow tail immediately with the rich sauce, garnished with fresh chopped green onions.
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    This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or noodles to soak up the delicious sauce.
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