{"product_id":"organic-ox-cheek","title":"Organic Ox Cheek","description":"\u003cp\u003eOx cheeks are delicious but need long, slow braising in good quality stock to bring out their rich, beefy flavour and meltingly tender texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA delicious cut of our grass-fed organic beef and sure fire wintery favourite among stew-lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 Ox Cheeks per pack- approx. 600g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood To Know\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreviously Frozen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients \u0026amp; Nutritional's\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrganic and Pasture-Fed for Life Beef\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note this is produced in a factory that handles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGluten\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutritionals per 100g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Energy 123 Kcal\/ 515 kJ | Fat 4.6g, of which saturates 1.9g | Carbohydrates 0g, of which sugars 0g | Fibre 0g | Protein 20.6g| Salt 0.2g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Store  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Ox Cheek is sent on the defrost and will arrive with a 3-day shelf life (including the day of delivery).  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Farms \u0026amp; Suppliers  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe source our organic beef from our exclusive network of local Devon organic farms. The cows spend their days grazing freely on a wide variety of native grasses, wildflowers and herbs, roaming the fields and resting under the trees. In the winter, they are given homegrown, organic silage and hay to munch throughout the day. We support traditional British cattle breeds that benefit from natural, slow-growing lives and produce beautifully marbled beef. Our beef is then hung for at least 21 days to mature the flavour for tender, flavourful meat. This creates an exceptional flavour and soft texture that is second to none. From our own cured pastrami to slow-roasting joints, we are immensely proud of our organic, pasture-fed beef.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Cook \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe Recommend: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBraised Ox Cheek Recipe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 kg ox cheek (trimmed and cut into chunks)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 large onion, chopped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 carrots, chopped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 celery stalks, chopped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 cloves garlic, minced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons tomato paste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 cup red wine (optional, replace with beef broth if preferred)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 cups beef broth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 can (400g) diced tomatoes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 bay leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 teaspoon dried thyme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 teaspoon dried rosemary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalt and freshly ground black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreheat Oven:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Oven:\u003c\/strong\u003e Preheat your oven to 160°C (140°C fan)\/325°F\/Gas Mark 3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSear the Meat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Oil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSear Beef:\u003c\/strong\u003e Season the ox cheek chunks with salt and pepper. Add them to the pot and sear on all sides until browned. Remove the meat from the pot and set aside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCook Vegetables:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSauté:\u003c\/strong\u003e In the same pot, add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook over medium heat until the vegetables start to soften, about 5-7 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd Garlic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd Tomato Paste:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStir In:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently, to deepen its flavour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeglaze and Add Liquids:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeglaze:\u003c\/strong\u003e If using wine, pour it into the pot to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd Broth and Tomatoes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stir in the beef broth, diced tomatoes, bay leaves, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Return the seared ox cheek chunks to the pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBraise:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCook:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven. Braise for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the ox cheek is tender and easily shreds with a fork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish and Serve:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThicken Sauce (Optional):\u003c\/strong\u003e If you want a thicker sauce, remove the ox cheek and reduce the sauce on the stovetop over medium heat. Alternatively, you can mix 2 tablespoons of flour with a bit of water to make a slurry and stir it into the sauce. Simmer until thickened.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discard the bay leaves. 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