Want to taste what luxury feels like but at a lower price? Then definitely give this jerk oxtail recipe a try. This juicy tender meat was once known as humble food and was cheap, but because of its divine taste and popularity among chefs, it has become a famous meal to savor.
The ingredients used to make this juicy and full-of-fat jerk oxtail are very basic and are readily available in any typical household pantry. This jerk oxtail recipe is a bit tricky to make but by rightly following the given instructions you can make this without any fuss. So, what are you waiting for? Let's dive into the world of juicy and tender meat.
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Ingredients
- Salt — 1 tsp.
- Browning sauce — 3 tbsp.
- Canola oil — ¼ cup
- Paprika — 1 tsp.
- Jerk seasoning — 2 tbsp.
- Medium garlic cloves — 3 pcs.
- Pimento — ½ tsp.
- Can of butter beans — 16 oz.
- Black pepper — 1 tbsp.
- Garlic powder — 2 tsp.
- Oxtail — 3 ½ lb.
- Minced garlic — 1 tbsp.
- Ketchup — 1 cup
- Ginger — 1 tbsp.
- Thyme — 3 stems
- Onion powder — 1 tsp.
- Sugar — 2 tbsp.
- Adobo — 1 tsp.
- Water — 6 cups
- Oregano — 1 tsp.
- Scotch bonnet pepper — 1 pc.
- Honey BBQ sauce — 2 tbsp.
- Sweet pepper — ¼ cup
- Green seasoning — 1 tbsp.
- Complete seasoning — 2 tbsp.
- Lemon — as needed
Instructions
- Use lemon and water to wash the oxtail then soak it for 10 min. Wash the oxtail again with cool water.
- Use dry seasoning (onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, browning) to season the oxtail and let it sit for 30 min.
- Heat some oil in a pan, and cook the garlic cloves and pimento until brown.
- Drain the excess oil from the oxtail and dry down with a paper towel.
- Boil the oxtail for three hours in the same pan, adding the green seasoning, water (or as required), minced garlic, ketchup, sweet pepper, scotch bonnet pepper, thyme, and ginger. Mix the seasonings in and then cover the pan with the lid.
- Keep checking the oxtail from time to time. When the meat comes off the bones, add thyme, honey BBQ Sauce, adobo, butter beans, salt, black pepper, sweet pepper, complete seasoning, oregano, thyme, and sugar.
- Stir in the seasonings, and boil it for 10 min.
Substitutions
- Honey BBQ sauce — Honey BBQ sauce gives this jerk oxtail recipe a sweet and smoky taste. If you do not have it, then you can simply add honey and BBQ sauce separately. If you do not want the oxtail to be on the sweet side, then try using chili sauce or Teriyaki sauce.
- Sugar — Sugar gives the jerk oxtail a sweet taste. If you don't like to use it, use honey instead. You can omit using the sugar if you don't like the jerk oxtail to be a bit sweet and juicy.
- Canola oil — Canola oil is used in this jerk oxtail recipe as it is neutral oil. You can use another neutral oil like grapeseed oil, safflower oil, or vegetable oil.
Variations
- Spicy jerk oxtail — If you are a fan of spicy dishes, then you will surely like this version of the jerk oxtail recipe. Add sliced jalapenos or increase the quantity of scotch bonnet pepper to make it spicy.
- Grilled jerk oxtail — Instead of cooking the oxtail in oil, grill it to have an amazing smoky taste.
Equipment
- Pan with lid cover
- Spatula
- Paper towels
- Airtight container
Storage
- Cool the jerk oxtail first and then place it into an air-tight container. It can be stored for four days in the fridge, and for four months in the freezer.
Pro Tips
- Use fresh and high-quality oxtail to have an elevated taste.
- For more taste, marinade the oxtail overnight.
- Serve the jerk oxtail with rice and pear, or with any of your favorite side dishes.
Jerk Oxtail Recipe
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Equipment
Paper towels
Ingredients
- 1 tsp. salt
- 3 tbsp. browning sauce
- ¼ cup canola oil
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 2 tbsp. jerk seasoning
- 3 tbsp. medium garlic cloves
- ½ tsp. pimento
- 16 oz. can of butter beans
- 1 tbsp. black pepper
- 2 tsp. garlic powder
- 3 ½ lb. oxtail
- 1 tbsp. minced garlic
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp. ginger
- 3 stems thyme
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 2 tbsp. sugar
- 1 tsp. adobo
- 6 cups water
- 1 tsp. oregano
- 1 pc. scotch bonnet pepper
- 2 tbsp. honey BBQ sauce
- ¼ cup sweet pepper
- 1 tbsp. green seasoning
- 2 tbsp. complete seasoning
- Lemon as needed
Instructions
- Use lemon and water to wash the oxtail then soak it for 10 min. Wash the oxtail again with cool water.
- Use dry seasoning (onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, browning) to season the oxtail and let it sit for 30 min.
- Heat some oil in a pan, and cook the garlic cloves and pimento until brown.
- Drain the excess oil from the oxtail and dry down with a paper towel.
- Boil the oxtail for three hours in the same pan, adding the green seasoning, water (or as required), minced garlic, ketchup, sweet pepper, scotch bonnet pepper, thyme, and ginger. Mix the seasonings in and then cover the pan with the lid.
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Notes
- Use fresh and high-quality oxtail to have an elevated taste.
- For more taste, marinade the oxtail overnight.
- Serve the jerk oxtail with rice and pear, or with any of your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Jerk Oxtail Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
966
% Daily Value*
Fat
46
g
71
%
Saturated Fat
15
g
94
%
Trans Fat
0.04
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
5
g
Monounsaturated Fat
23
g
Cholesterol
291
mg
97
%
Sodium
1944
mg
85
%
Potassium
794
mg
23
%
Carbohydrates
48
g
16
%
Fiber
10
g
42
%
Sugar
20
g
22
%
Protein
90
g
180
%
Vitamin A
2384
IU
48
%
Vitamin C
15
mg
18
%
Calcium
188
mg
19
%
Iron
15
mg
83
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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