A rich and hearty African-inspired oxtail stew, perfect for a comforting meal. This stew is flavored with a blend of spices and slow-cooked to tender perfection.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
3h
Ingredients
6 Servings
- 2 bay leaves
- 500 ml beef broth
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 3 carrots
- 2 celery stalks
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 onion
- 1500 g oxtail
- 1 tsp paprika
- 250 ml red wine
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp thyme
- 400 g tomatoes
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2
Brown the oxtail pieces on all sides, then remove from the pot and set aside.
Step 3
In the same pot, add the chopped onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
Step 4
Add the tomatoes, beef broth, red wine, bay leaves, thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Step 5
Return the browned oxtail to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
Step 6
Cover the pot and simmer for about 3 hours, or until the oxtail is tender and the sauce has thickened.
Step 7
Remove the bay leaves before serving. Enjoy your African-Style Oxtail Stew!