How to make Jamaican OXTAIL! (EASY Step by Step!)

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 thoroughly with vinegar and water, repeating the process three times.

Mix together seasoning salt, all purpose seasoning, garlic powder, black pepper, pimento, and onion powder in a bowl.

Season the washed oxtail with the mixed seasonings, ensuring it's well coated.

Heat a large pot over high heat and add a small amount of oil.

Once the oil is hot and smoking, add the seasoned oxtail to the pot and brown on all sides.

Remove the oxtail from the pot and set aside.

In the same pot, add chopped onions, scallions, tomato, garlic, and ginger, stirring until fragrant and browned.

Return the browned oxtail to the pot with the vegetables and stir to combine.

Add water to the pot to cover the oxtail, then bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 2-3 hours, checking occasionally and adding more water as needed to prevent burning.

After cooking, check for tenderness; the oxtail should be soft and the sauce thickened.

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