Trinidad Oxtail Stew Recipe

A rich and flavorful oxtail stew from Trinidad, perfect for a hearty meal.

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Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 3 hrs

Total Time 3 hrs 20 mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Trinidadian

Servings servings

Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

Large pot
Knife
Cutting board

Ingredients:

Main Ingredients

2 lbs oxtail
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp brown sugar
2 cups beef broth
1 tsp thyme
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 carrots carrots, chopped
2 potatoes potatoes, chopped

Instructions:

1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the brown sugar and let it caramelize.
3. Add the oxtail pieces and brown on all sides.
4. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cook until soft.
5. Pour in the beef broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2.5 to 3 hours.
7. Add the carrots and potatoes, cook for another 30 minutes.
8. Serve hot with rice or bread.

Notes:

This stew is even better the next day, so consider making it ahead of time.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 5mg

Keywords:

Keyword Oxtail, Stew

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