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Jamaican Oxtail

Jamaican Oxtail
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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this Jamaican Oxtail recipe, a hearty and comforting dish that promises to impress. The tender oxtail, infused with aromatic spices and cooked to perfection in an instant pot, delivers a rich taste in just 30 minutes. Perfect for both weeknight dinners and special gatherings, this dish pairs beautifully with rice and peas or your favorite sides. With easy preparation steps and accessible ingredients, even novice cooks can create a culinary masterpiece that brings warmth and satisfaction to any table.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lb oxtail
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • ½ red bell pepper (diced)
  • ½ green bell pepper (diced)
  • 2 tomatoes (diced)
  • 16 oz butter beans (rinsed)
  • 1 cup baby carrots
  • 1 tsp allspice
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 4 tbsp cooking oil
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2–3 bay leaves
  • 2 tsp chicken bouillon
  • 3 cups water (plus 3 tbsp for mixing cornstarch)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the oxtail with water and vinegar; trim excess fat.
  2. In a bowl, marinate oxtail with garlic, onion, bell peppers, tomatoes, spices, oil, bouillon, and tomato paste for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Sear marinated oxtail in an instant pot on sauté mode until browned on each side.
  4. Add vegetables from the marinade into the pot; sauté until softened.
  5. Return seared oxtails to the pot along with water and bay leaves; pressure cook for 20 minutes.
  6. After cooking, add green onions, butter beans, and carrots; thicken sauce with cornstarch mixed with water; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Serve hot alongside rice and peas or preferred sides.

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