Oxtail is a flavorful and gelatinous cut of meat that comes from the tail of cattle. Each animal yields only one oxtail, which is cut into smaller portions. Oxtail is prized for its rich beefy flavor and tender texture when cooked slowly. This cut contains a significant amount of connective tissue, which breaks down during cooking, resulting in a thick and luscious sauce or broth. Oxtail is often used in traditional dishes from various cuisines around the world, including soups, stews, braises, and curries.
100% Grass Fed and Finished
Local
Hartford, CT
Hardwick Beef takes pride in delivering the finest grass-fed beef, locally sourced from New York, Pennsylvania and Vermont. These animals are raised without antibiotics or added hormones. Catering to the increasing demand for safe and healthy food, along with a growing interest in traceability, Hardwick Beef ensures that each cow's journey is transparent from birth onward. This commitment provides consumers with the assurance that the beef they enjoy is of the utmost quality and safety standards.
We source whole animals from Hardwick Beef, meaning that we commit to every cut each animal yields. This reduces waste, and gives us more control over the size and shape of the cuts we offer. With each cow comes the traditional and more popular cuts such as steaks and ground, as well as cuts that may not be as familiar like kidney or liver. Every part of the animal serves a unique purpose, and sourcing whole enables us to recognize the value of an animal in its entirety.
With every shipment we receive from Hardwick Beef, we are notified of the exact farm the animal was raised on as well as the breed, further demonstrating Hardwick's commitment to transparency and quality.
All Hardwick beef is 100% grass-fed and finished. Grass-fed beef is better for the for the environment, as less energy is required to grow grass than to grow grain. It's also better for consumers, often with less fat and more good fats (omega-3s) and better for the cows.