Jamaican Oxtail Recipe

Introduction

Ingredients

• 2 pounds of oxtail
• 1 tablespoon of salt
• 1 tablespoon of black pepper
• 1 tablespoon of garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon of onion powder
• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 2 cups of beef broth
• 1 cup of water
• 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 stalks of celery, chopped
• 2 sprigs of thyme
• 1 scotch bonnet pepper
• 1 can of butter beans (optional)

Instructions

1. Season the oxtail with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
2. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the oxtail and brown on all sides.
4. Remove the oxtail from the pot and set aside.
5. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and sauté until soft.
6. Add the tomato paste and stir until combined.
7. Add the beef broth, water, thyme, and scotch bonnet pepper to the pot.
8. Stir well and bring to a boil.
9. Reduce the heat to low and add the oxtail back to the pot.
10. Cover and simmer for 2-3 hours or until the oxtail is tender.
11. If using butter beans, add them to the pot during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
12. Remove the scotch bonnet pepper and thyme sprigs from the pot.
13. Serve hot with rice and peas or your favorite side dish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 327
• Protein: 31g
• Fat: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 5g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 1071mg
• Iron: 3.6mg

Tips and Variations

• If you don't have oxtail, you can use beef stew meat instead.
• For extra flavor, marinate the oxtail in the seasoning overnight.
• If you don't like spicy food, you can omit the scotch bonnet pepper.
• For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and add it to the pot during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
• You can also add other vegetables like bell peppers, okra, or potatoes to the pot.

Conclusion