Oxtail Stew With Butter Beans

This Oxtail Stew with Butter Beans is a classic Jamaican dish that is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a cozy meal. The tender oxtail meat and creamy butter beans are simmered in a rich and savory sauce, creating a comforting stew that is sure to warm your soul.

Oxtail Stew With Butter Beans

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs oxtail, cut into pieces
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 can (15 oz) butter beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Season the oxtail pieces with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the oxtail pieces on all sides, then remove and set aside.
  3. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
  4. Pour in the red wine and beef broth, then return the oxtail to the pot.
  5. Add the bay leaves and thyme. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the oxtail is tender.
  6. Stir in the butter beans and let them heat through for a few minutes.
  7. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, then serve the oxtail stew with butter beans hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
3 hours
Total time:
3 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
35g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons Wooden spoon

Tools

Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot

Serving suggestions

Serve the oxtail stew with butter beans over steamed white rice or with a side of Jamaican festival (sweet fried dumplings) for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For even more flavor, marinate the oxtail pieces in a mixture of soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and spices for a few hours before cooking.

Cost

$25