ECNETNews, NEW YORK, NY: This weekend, immerse yourself in the rich flavors of Jamaica with a homemade Jamaican oxtail dish. Renowned for its tender meat and bold spices, Jamaican oxtail is a comfort food that offers a taste of the Caribbean in every bite. Ready to spice up your culinary adventures? Let’s dive into this classic recipe!
Authentic Jamaican Oxtail Recipe
To prepare Jamaican oxtail, start by cleaning the meat using lemon juice and vinegar. Create a marinade with Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, seasonings, and sugar, then let the oxtail soak in the mixture. After browning the oxtail in a pressure cooker, combine with beef broth, fresh herbs, and aromatics, then cook until tender. Sautéing vegetables like carrots, scotch bonnet pepper, and onions separately adds an extra depth of flavor. Finally, let it all simmer until the sauce thickens. Serve with rice and peas along with fried plantain to complete the authentic experience.
- 2 ½ pounds of oxtails
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp garlic and herb spices
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp browning sauce
- ¼ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 bunch thyme
- 1 sprig rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tbsp butter
- Clean the oxtail and set aside.
- Mix Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, salt, garlic and herb seasoning, browning sauce, sugar, paprika, and peppers to create a marinade.
- Add the marinade to the oxtail, ensuring it’s well coated.
- In a pressure cooker, heat vegetable oil and brown the oxtail.
- Add beef broth, thyme, rosemary, garlic, onion, and bay leaf; pressure cook until tender.
- In a separate pot, heat oil and add carrots, a whole scotch bonnet pepper, and celery; sauté for flavor.
- Combine the oxtail with the sautéed vegetables and some cooking liquid and simmer until the sauce thickens.
Your Jamaican oxtail is now ready to serve! Pair with rice and peas and fried plantain for an authentic touch.
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Experience the hearty and rich flavors of Jamaican oxtail, a dish sure to impress and bring joy to your dining table. Ideal for a satisfying weekend meal, this recipe promises to deliver comfort with every bite.
Bon Appetit!
