Oxtail
Spicy Korean Cabbage and Oxtail Soup
This **Korean-Style Spicy Oxtail and Potato Stew** is a rich, comforting dish that combines tender oxtail, hearty potatoes, and bold Korean flavors for a deeply satisfying meal. The oxtail is first blanched with ginger to remove any gaminess, then pressure-cooked until fall-off-the-bone tender. Stir-fried green onions add aromatic depth, while the potatoes soak up the savory broth. The star of the dish—**Korean-style spicy cabbage**—brings a tangy, fiery kick that elevates every bite. Simmered together, the flavors meld into a robust, slightly spicy stew that’s perfect over rice or enjoyed on its own. Easy to make yet packed with umami, this recipe is a delicious twist on classic oxtail stew, perfect for warming up on chilly nights or impressing guests with its bold, layered taste.
Vietnamese Pho
This aromatic Vietnamese-inspired oxtail pho is a labor of love, featuring a deeply spiced broth simmered for 8 hours with cinnamon, star anise, cardamom, and fresh aromatics like lemongrass and cilantro roots. The secret? A handmade spice sachet infuses the rich oxtail broth with layers of warmth, while tender rice noodles and thinly sliced beef cook instantly under its steaming heat. Topped with crisp mung bean sprouts, fragrant basil, mint, and crushed peanuts, each bowl is a harmony of textures. Elevate it with a fiery side of marinated bird’s eye chili sauce—bright with lemon and fish sauce—for a bold, customizable kick. Perfect for soul-warming comfort, this pho celebrates slow-cooked depth and fresh, vibrant garnishes.