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Oxtail Peanut Stew

Cultural Context

Oxtail Peanut Stew is a cherished dish in Madagascar, blending local ingredients with influences from African and Asian cuisines. Traditionally, it is a communal meal served during family gatherings, symbolizing warmth and togetherness. In modern times, this stew has gained popularity beyond Madagascar, inspiring variations across different cultures that incorporate local spices and vegetables.

MalagasyMGmain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
500g oxtail
1 cup water
vegetable oil
1 onion
3 cloves garlic
1 piece ginger
1 habanero chili
2 tomatoes
1 liter water
salt
roasted plain peanuts

oxtail

🥗Healthier: beef shank

💰Cheaper: pork neck

Pork neck offers a similar texture at a lower cost.

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: sunflower seed butter

💰Cheaper: crushed peanuts

Crushed peanuts can provide similar flavor with less processing.

1

Add 500g of oxtail to the pot with 1 cup of water.

2

Cover the pot partially and cook on medium heat until the water evaporates.

3

Add vegetable oil to the pot.

4

Dice and add 1 onion to the pot, sweating it out under the meat.

5

Once the onion is translucent and the meat is browned, add 3 cloves of minced garlic and minced ginger.

6

Add 1 habanero chili and sauté briefly.

7

Throw in 2 diced tomatoes or canned crushed tomatoes.

8

Add roasted plain peanuts to the pot.

9

Cover with 1 liter of water and season thoroughly with salt.

10

Cover and let cook for at least 2 hours, stirring and adding water if necessary until the oxtail is tender and the liquid reduces to a thick sauce.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

potspoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Oxtail Groundnut StewOxtail Soup with Peanuts

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