Crispy Oxtail with Malaysian Caramel Sauce
A rich and flavorful dish featuring crispy oxtail and a sweet, sticky caramel sauce inspired by Malaysian cuisine.
Ingredients
- ●2 pounds oxtailcut into 1-inch pieces
- ●2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ●1 medium onionchopped
- ●3 cloves garlicminced
- ●2 tablespoons soy sauce
- ●2 tablespoons honey
- ●1 tablespoon fish sauce
- ●1 tablespoon rice vinegar
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
In a large bowl, toss the oxtail pieces with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil until coated. Season with salt and pepper.
- 3
Spread the oxtail pieces in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.
- 4
While the oxtail is roasting, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 5
Add the chopped onion and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- 6
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- 7
Add the soy sauce, honey, fish sauce, and rice vinegar to the skillet and stir to combine.
- 8
Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes.
- 9
Add the roasted oxtail pieces to the skillet and toss to coat with the caramel sauce.
- 10
Serve the crispy oxtail with additional caramel sauce spooned over the top, if desired.