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Curry Oxtail

Cultural Context

Curry oxtail is a beloved dish in Jamaican cuisine, reflecting the island's rich culinary heritage influenced by African, Indian, and British flavors. Traditionally served at family gatherings and celebrations, this dish showcases the use of spices and slow cooking to tenderize the meat, making it flavorful and comforting. Today, curry oxtail is enjoyed not only in Jamaica but also in Caribbean communities worldwide, often paired with rice and peas or festival.

JamaicanJMmain
180 min
hard
6 servings
Servings4
2 lbs oxtail
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 tablespoon salt
2 tablespoons curry powder
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
1 large onion
1 scotch bonnet pepper
1 cup broad beans
1 cup coconut milk
1 teaspoon black pepper
4 cups water
2 tablespoons cooking oil

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

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: turmeric + cumin

Homemade blends can be healthier and cheaper.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: low-sodium beef broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Using bouillon cubes can reduce costs.

1

Clean the oxtail using vinegar to wash it down.

2

Remove excess fat from the oxtail.

3

Peel the ginger using a spoon to minimize waste.

4

Blend the seasoning including garlic, ginger, onion, black pepper, crushed pimento seeds, and a little salt with some water.

5

Rub the blended seasoning onto the oxtail and let it marinate briefly.

6

Heat cooking oil in a pot and add a tablespoon of curry powder to burn it slightly for flavor.

7

Add water to the pot to cover the meat and let it cook for about 15 minutes.

8

Check the pressure cooker after 15 minutes and release the pressure before opening.

9

Add broad beans to the pot and let it cook uncovered for another 10-20 minutes until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.

10

Taste the pot for seasoning and adjust if necessary before serving.

Cooking Techniques

browningsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potwooden spoonmeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Curry GoatOxtail CurryJamaican Oxtail

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