🌶️Jamaican cuisine is known for its bold and spicy flavors.
🔥Braising oxtails adds tenderness and richness to the meat.
🍽️The key to a flavorful oxtail dish is a combination of herbs and spices.
🌱Using fresh herbs like thyme and scallions enhances the taste of the dish.
🥘Browing the oxtails before braising creates a rich and delicious gravy.
Why do you wash oxtails with vinegar?
—Washing oxtails with vinegar helps remove any rawness and odors from the meat.
Can I marinate the oxtails overnight?
—Yes, marinating the oxtails overnight allows the flavors to penetrate the meat and creates a more flavorful dish.
What other meats can be braised?
—Other meats that can be braised include beef, pork, lamb, and chicken.
What can I serve with braised oxtails?
—Braised oxtails are traditionally served with rice and peas, steamed vegetables, or festival (a Jamaican cornbread).
How long should the oxtails be braised for?
—The oxtails should be braised for about 40-50 minutes, or until they are tender and easily come off the bone.
00:05In this video, learn how to make delicious Jamaican style braised oxtails.
00:27Wash the oxtails with vinegar to remove any rawness and odors.
01:11Combine a variety of herbs and spices for added flavor, including scotch bonnet pepper, garlic, thyme, and onion.
02:35Brown the oxtails in a pot to create a rich and flavorful gravy.
04:24Simmer the oxtails for about 40-50 minutes, or until they are tender and easily come off the bone.
06:00Add butter beans to the pot and allow the gravy to thicken.
06:27Turn off the stove and enjoy the delicious Jamaican style braised oxtails.
