How To Make Authentic Jamaican Oxtail In The Oven

oxtail

🥗Healthier: beef shank

💰Cheaper: pork shank

Beef shank is leaner, while pork shank is more affordable.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: serrano pepper

Jalapeños provide heat with less intensity.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Season oxtail with salt and black pepper, then brown in the pot on all sides, about 10 minutes.

Remove oxtail and set aside; add onions, garlic, and ginger to the pot, sautéing until fragrant, about 3 minutes.

Stir in thyme, scotch bonnet pepper, carrots, and celery; cook for another 5 minutes.

Add the oxtail back to the pot along with bay leaves, allspice, and beef broth.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover; simmer for 2-3 hours until oxtail is tender.

Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice; cook for an additional 10 minutes uncovered to thicken the sauce.

Remove from heat and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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