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Brown Stew Oxtail

Cultural Context

Brown Stew Oxtail is a beloved dish in Jamaican cuisine, often served at family gatherings and special occasions. The dish highlights the rich flavors of the oxtail, which becomes tender and flavorful through slow braising with aromatic vegetables and spices. It's a comforting meal that showcases the island's culinary heritage, and today, variations can be found in Caribbean communities worldwide, each adding their unique twist.

JamaicanJMmain
180 min
hard
6 servings
Servings4
2 lbs oxtail
1 tablespoon steak seasoning
1 tablespoon all-purpose seasoning
1 tablespoon ginger
2 tablespoons Nando's marinade
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon Maggi liquid seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
1 large onions
2 medium tomatoes
1 tablespoon Royko seasoning
1 beef cube

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

oxtail

🥗Healthier: beef shank

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

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

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: coconut aminos

💰Cheaper: worcestershire sauce

Coconut aminos are lower in sodium and a soy sauce alternative.

1

Put all oxtail in a bowl and season with steak seasoning, all-purpose seasoning, ginger, Nando's marinade, garlic, and Maggi liquid seasoning.

2

Mix the seasonings into the oxtail with your hands to ensure the meat is well-marinated.

3

Brown the marinated oxtail in a pot to enhance the flavor, allowing the juices to flow.

4

Transfer the browned oxtail into a pot and add a generous amount of water for cooking.

5

Add paprika to the pot with the oxtail and water.

6

Blend onions and add them to the oxtail in the pot.

7

Fry the mixture together, mixing well.

8

Taste the seasoning and adjust if necessary, adding more liquid seasoning or Maggi if needed.

9

Blend the tomatoes and add them to the pot, squashing the tomato skins for texture.

10

Add Royko seasoning to thicken the soup and a beef cube for added flavor.

11

Keep tasting the meat to check if it's cooked; if not, continue adding water as needed.

12

Let the dish simmer until ready and then plate the oxtail stew.

Cooking Techniques

browningsautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifemeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Oxtail StewJamaican Oxtail Stew

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