Dominican Oxtail stew

oxtail

🥗Healthier: beef shank

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are more affordable and still provide a rich flavor.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Grape juice adds sweetness without alcohol, while vinegar provides acidity.

Season the oxtail with all the seasonings, including adobo, complete seasoning, sour orange, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and bouillon. Mix well.

Heat oil in a pot.

Carefully place the seasoned oxtail inside the pot.

Add water, cilantro, bell peppers, onions, and habanero pepper to the pot.

Close the pot and cook on low heat for about 30 minutes.

Check the pot after 30 minutes; if it needs more water, add it.

Continue cooking for another 2 to 3 hours on low heat, checking every 30 minutes to ensure it has enough liquid.

Add tomato paste when the meat is nearly done, and mix it in.

Cook for an additional 25 to 35 minutes or until the meat is tender.

Increase heat to high to thicken the sauce before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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