Guyanese Style Oxtail Stew
Guyanese Style Oxtail Stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is a staple in Guyanese cuisine. This stew is slow-cooked to perfection, allowing the rich flavors of the oxtail to meld with aromatic herbs and spices.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs oxtail, cut into pieces
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 2 sprigs thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 4 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add oxtail pieces and brown on all sides, then remove from the pot and set aside.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, sauté until fragrant.
- Return the oxtail to the pot, then add diced tomatoes, thyme, bay leaves, and beef broth.
- Season with salt and pepper, then bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 3 hours or until the oxtail is tender.
- Skim off any excess fat from the surface before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 3 hours
- Total time:
- 3 hours
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 450 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 35g
- Fat
- 25g
Supplies
Large pot Cooking spoon Cutting board Knife
Tools
Chef's knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Guyanese Style Oxtail Stew is traditionally served with rice and peas or over a bed of fluffy white rice.
Tips & tricks
For even more flavor, marinate the oxtail in a mixture of soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and Caribbean green seasoning overnight before cooking.
Cost
$20