Marla's Oxtails

Directions

1. 1
   Cut and trim the oxtails.
2. 2
   Wash with water and vinegar.
3. 3
   Combine the garlic, scallions, fresh thyme, onion, tomato, cilantro and some salt and pepper in a food processor or blender.
4. 4
   Rub the paste into the oxtails and marinate overnight in the refrigerator.
5. 5
   Place the oxtails into a pressure cooker and cook according to manufacturer's directions until the meat is almost falling off the bones, 45 to 60 minutes.
6. 6
   Heat the oil in a heavy skillet.
7. 7
   Add the sugar and let it melt until it gets to a brilliant brown color.
8. 8
   Add the oxtails to the skillet (be careful, the sugar may splatter).
9. 9
   Let it cook for another 20 minutes.
10. 10
    Taste for salt.
11. 11
    Serve with red beans and rice or over white rice.