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Place the oxtail back in the stockpot, add the
brisket and tendon (if using), cover with 5 quarts water, and bring
to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, add the onion
studded with cloves, the ginger, star anise, cinnamon stick, and
peppercorns, and season wtih salt. Simmer, uncovered and
undisturbed, occasionally skimming off foam, until the stock is
reduced by 2 quarts, about 3 hours. Remove the brisket and tendon
from stock, and reserved for use in another dish. At this time, skim
off as much fat as you desire. |