Jamaican Oxtail with Butter Beans and Spinners | MUST-TRY 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.

Brown oxtail in a large pot over medium-high heat until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove oxtail and set aside; drain excess fat, leaving about 2 tablespoons in the pot.

Add chopped onion, bell peppers, garlic, and ginger to the pot; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in thyme, scallions, allspice, black pepper, and salt; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Return oxtail to the pot and add water to cover; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2-3 hours until oxtail is tender, stirring occasionally.

Add butter beans and carrots to the pot; simmer for an additional 30 minutes.

In a bowl, mix flour with water to form a dough; shape into small spinners (dumplings).

Add spinners to the pot and cook for 10-15 minutes until they float and are cooked through.

Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.

Serve hot, garnished with additional scallions if desired.

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