How to make Jamaican Oxtail | EASY & DELICIOUS RECIPE

butter beans

🥗Healthier: cannellini beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Pinto beans are often less expensive and have a similar texture.

oxtail

🥗Healthier: beef shank

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are more affordable and provide a different but flavorful option.

Wash the oxtail and get medium to large pieces from your butcher.

Season the oxtail with salt, black pepper, dried thyme, pimento, all-purpose seasoning, garlic powder, and browning; marinate overnight if possible.

Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.

Add the seasoned oxtail to the pot and brown on all sides; this is an important step for color.

Remove the browned oxtail and set aside.

In the same pot, add onions, garlic, and spring onions; caramelize until they get some color.

Return the oxtail to the pot and add beef stock and water; ensure there is enough gravy, no water should be visible.

Stir in fresh thyme and scotch bonnet pepper; cover the pot and cook for about 1 hour on medium heat.

After an hour, add butter beans and stir; continue cooking for a total of 2.5 to 3 hours on low to medium heat until the oxtail is tender and juicy.

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