Description
Discover the savory delight of Zimbabwean Oxtail Stew, a hearty dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds oxtail, cut into chunks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 4 cups beef stock
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (optional for thickening)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Begin by heating olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the oxtail chunks and sear them until they develop a rich brown crust on all sides, approximately 8-10 minutes. Once browned, transfer the oxtail to a plate and set aside.
- In the same pot, toss in the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
- Next, incorporate the chopped carrots, diced celery, and green bell pepper into the pot. Stir and cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften slightly.
- Add the diced tomatoes, beef stock, oregano, smoked paprika, bay leaf, soy sauce, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir well and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
- Once boiling, return the seared oxtail to the pot. Lower the heat, cover, and let it simmer gently for 2 to 3 hours, or until the oxtail is tender and the meat easily separates from the bone.
- If you desire a thicker consistency, mix in the cornstarch slurry and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring until the stew thickens.
- Before serving, discard the bay leaf. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and enjoy the stew warm.
Notes
- Serves 6
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 to 3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Zimbabwean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg