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.
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
- Season the oxtail pieces with salt and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the oxtail pieces on all sides, then remove and set aside.
- Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
- Pour in the red wine and beef broth, then return the oxtail to the pot.
- 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.
- Stir in the butter beans and let them heat through for a few minutes.
- 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