Authentic Jamaican Oxtail Recipe
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of Authentic Jamaican Oxtail, a dish that features tender meat simmered in a fragrant sauce filled with spices. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home, this recipe is sure to impress anyone lucky enough to share your table. With each bite, experience the warmth and joy of Jamaican culinary traditions—ideal for serving over rice or with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Jamaican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds oxtail
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon pimento seeds (allspice)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion, garlic, and carrots into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and add two tablespoons of oil. Sear the oxtail pieces until browned on all sides, about 3-5 minutes per side.
- Add the chopped onions and garlic to the pot and sauté until soft and fragrant.
- Pour in the beef broth and soy sauce; then add the pimento seeds. Bring to a gentle boil before reducing heat to a simmer.
- Stir in the chopped carrots and thyme; cover and cook for 1.5 hours or until oxtails are tender.
- Serve hot over rice or with cornbread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 95mg