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Rabo Encendido

Cultural Context

Rabo Encendido is a traditional Cuban dish that showcases the rich flavors of oxtail, often enjoyed during special occasions and family gatherings. The dish reflects the influence of Spanish cuisine, particularly in its use of braising and aromatic vegetables. Today, it remains a beloved staple in Cuban households, celebrated for its hearty and comforting nature, with variations found across Latin America.

CubanCUmain
180 min
hard
6 servings
Servings4
2 liters oxtail
1/2 onion, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper
4 cloves garlic
1/4 cup dry wine
1/4 cup tomato puree
1 cup beer
1/2 tablespoon oregano
1/2 tablespoon parsley
cumin to taste
1/2 tablespoon paprika
1 bay leaf
salt to taste
pepper to taste
olives (optional)
fresh parsley (optional)

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: white wine

Grape juice provides sweetness without alcohol.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon

Vegetable broth reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

1

Add 2 liters of oxtail to a pressure cooker.

2

Add 1/2 chopped onion, 1/2 red bell pepper, and 4 cloves of garlic.

3

Pour in 1/4 cup of dry wine, 1/4 cup of tomato puree, and 1 cup of beer.

4

Season with 1/2 tablespoon of oregano, 1/2 tablespoon of parsley, cumin to taste, 1/2 tablespoon of paprika, 1 bay leaf, salt, and pepper to taste.

5

Mix the ingredients a bit, cover the pressure cooker, and cook for 45 minutes under pressure.

6

After 45 minutes, check the meat; it should be tender and falling off the bone.

7

Optionally, add olives and leave it on medium heat for 15 minutes to thicken the sauce.

8

After 15 minutes, if the sauce is not thick enough, let it reduce for another 5 minutes.

9

Serve the oxtail in a bowl with sauce poured over, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Cooking Techniques

browningsautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

pressure cookercutting boardknifemeasuring cups

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

Oxtail StewRabo de Toro

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