Oxtail refers to the culinary use of a cow's tail, a cut known for its rich flavor and gelatinous texture when cooked slowly. Traditionally, the term "oxtail" denoted the tail of an ox; however, today it applies to the tails of cattle in general. A typical oxtail weighs around 3.5 kilograms (approximately 8 pounds) and is usually skinned and cut into shorter sections for sale.
Oxtail refers to the culinary use of a cow's tail, a cut known for its rich flavor and gelatinous texture when cooked slowly. Traditionally, the term "oxtail" denoted the tail of an ox; however, today it applies to the tails of cattle in general. A typical oxtail weighs around 3.5 kilograms (approximately 8 pounds) and is usually skinned and cut into shorter sections for sale.
