Savor the Ultimate Jamaican Oxtail Delight

Ingredients

• 3 lbs of oxtail beef
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 bunches of fresh thyme, finely chopped
• 3 tbsp of browning sauce (e.g., Grace® brand)
• 2 scallions, finely chopped
• 3 tbsp of red pepper flakes
• 2 tbsp of freshly grated ginger root
• 1 tbsp of ground allspice
• 3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
• 2 bay leaves
• 3 cups of beef broth, separated
• 1 cup of water
• 1 tbsp of tomato paste
• 1 can (15 oz) of butter beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Step 1

Mix together oxtail, onion, thyme, browning sauce, scallions, red pepper flakes, ginger, allspice, garlic, and bay leaves in a spacious bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the fridge for 8 hours or even better, overnight for more infused flavors.

Step 2

When you are ready to cook, heat up a pressure cooker on medium-high heat. Add the beef and sear it until it releases its juices and turns a beautiful brown color, this should take around 10 minutes. Pour in 1 cup of broth and water, then cover the pot, lock the lid, and position the pressure regulator over the vent as per the cooker's instructions. Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and let it cook until the meat is mostly tender, about 2 1/2 hours.

Step 3

Next, mix the remaining beef broth and tomato paste into the cooked beef. Cover the pot again, ensuring it is sealed properly. Increase the heat to high and bring it to a boil until you hear a steady flow of steam whistling out, which should take about 7 to 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and continue cooking until the oxtail is tender, which could take anywhere from 40 minutes to an hour.

Step 4

Once the pressure has naturally released for 5 to 10 minutes, carefully unlock the lid and add in the beans, salt, and pepper. Turn the heat up to medium-high and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes to allow all the flavors to meld together perfectly. Enjoy your delicious and tender oxtail dish!