Ingredients

36 ounces oxtails
1 medium onion , sliced
1 turnip
1 parsnip
1 parsley root
1 carrot , large
2 celery ribs
1 1/2 ounces butter
1 1/2 ounces lean bacon , chopped
1 3/4 pints hot water
4 peppercorns
2 allspice berries
1 clove
1 small bay leaf
salt
black pepper , fresh ground
1 -2 tablespoon lemon juice
red wine
sugar
Klare Ochsenschwanzsuppe is a German-style clear soup made with oxtail, vegetables, and aromatics. The soup is rich, flavorful, and packed with nutrients. This recipe requires time and effort but the result is well worth it. Klare Ochsenschwanzsuppe is perfect for a cold winter evening or as a starter dish when entertaining guests. It can be enjoyed with bread or crackers and a glass of red wine.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F
2.Place the oxtails in a large ovenproof pot with a close-fitting lid
3.Add the sliced onion, turnip, parsnip, parsley root, carrot, and celery to the pot
4.Add the butter and chopped bacon
5.Add the hot water, peppercorns, allspice berries, clove, and bay leaf to the pot
6.Bring to a simmer on the stovetop
7.Cover the pot with the lid and place in the oven
8.Cook for 4-5 hours until the oxtail is tender and the broth is clear
9.Remove the pot from the oven and let it cool for 10-15 minutes
10.Strain the broth and discard the vegetables and oxtail
11.Skim off the fat with a spoon or ladle
12.Return the broth to the pot and add salt, black pepper, lemon juice, red wine, and sugar to taste
13.Heat the soup until it is hot and serve in bowls.

PROS

Klare Ochsenschwanzsuppe is delicious, rich, and flavorful.

The broth is clear and light, perfect for those looking for a non-creamy soup.

Oxtail is a great source of protein and bone broth is known to be excellent for gut health.

CONS

Klare Ochsenschwanzsuppe takes time and effort to prepare.

It requires a lot of ingredients and preparation.

Oxtail can be expensive and not easily available.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bone broth is excellent for gut health and is known to promote healthy joints, skin, and hair.
Oxtail is rich in protein, iron, and other important minerals and nutrients that are essential for good health.

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