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Oxtail Stew

Cultural Context

Oxtail stew has deep roots in Zambian cuisine, often enjoyed during family gatherings and special occasions. Traditionally, it showcases the richness of local ingredients and the communal aspect of sharing a hearty meal. Today, variations of oxtail stew can be found in many cultures, each adding unique spices and techniques, making it a beloved dish worldwide.

ZambianZMmain
180 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 lbs oxtail
1 cup shallots
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
1 tablespoon honey seed
1 tablespoon rosemary
4 cups water
1 tablespoon aromat seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons homemade curry powder
2 cups current tomatoes
1 cup homemade tomato sauce
1/4 cup parsley
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon pepper
1 cup chopped white onion
2 tablespoons oil
1 can tuna or mackerel

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 provide a similar texture at a lower cost.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth reduces fat content while still adding flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

bay leaves

🥗Healthier: dried basil

💰Cheaper: oregano

Oregano is a cost-effective herb that adds a similar aromatic quality.

1

Clean the oxtail and place it in a saucepan.

2

Slice the onions and add them to a blender with garlic, ginger, honey seed, and rosemary.

3

Add a bit of water and blend into a fine paste.

4

Add the blended garlic ginger paste onto the oxtail.

5

Sprinkle aromat seasoning onto the oxtail, being careful with salt.

6

Add homemade curry powder to the oxtail and cover to cook.

7

Blend parsley and thyme with current tomatoes and homemade tomato sauce in the blender.

8

Pour the blended tomato mixture into a bowl.

9

Stir the oxtail in the saucepan and let it cook for another 10 minutes.

10

Prepare the stew by adding oil to a pot and then chopped white onion; cook until soft.

11

Add garlic to the pot and stir, cooking for another 3 minutes.

12

Add the hot pepper to the pot and stir.

13

Add the blended tomato sauce, parsley, and thyme to the pot and stir.

14

Let the sauce cook for about 15 minutes until it takes shape.

15

Add tuna or mackerel to the sauce and cover halfway, cooking for another 15 minutes.

16

Add stock from the oxtails to the sauce for flavor and cover again, cooking for another 15 minutes.

17

Add jollof spice and homemade curry powder to the sauce.

18

Finally, add the oxtails into the sauce without frying them.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potwooden spoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Oxtail SoupOxtail Curry

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