Best Bajan Oxtail Stew Recipe

Ingredients for Best Bajan Oxtail Stew

• Oxtails
• Paprika
• Ground Black Pepper
• Salt
• Trinidadian Green Seasoning
• Onions
• Green Pepper
• Garlic Clove
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• Soya Sauce
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp browning sauce
• 4 cups water (approximately)
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 scotch bonnet pepper, halved and deseeded (or to taste)
• Whole Cloves
• Fresh Marjoram
• Fresh Thyme
• Beef Bouillon Cubes
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped

How to Make Best Bajan Oxtail Stew

1. **Marinate:** In a large bowl, combine the oxtail with 2 tbsp Bajan seasoning, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp ground thyme, and 1 tsp black pepper. Ensure the oxtail is fully coated.
2. **Refrigerate:** Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight, to allow the oxtail to fully marinate.
3. **Browning:** Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil and 2 tbsp brown sugar in a large pot over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture turns a light brown (about 5 minutes).
4. **Brown the Oxtail:** Add the marinated oxtail to the pot and brown for a few minutes per side, until lightly seared.
5. **Add Browning Sauce:** Stir in 2 tbsp browning sauce (or more, to taste).
6. **Add Liquid:** Add approximately 4 cups of water to almost cover the meat.
7. **Simmer:** Increase the heat to high, then add 2 bay leaves, 1 scotch bonnet pepper (halved and deseeded, or to taste), 4 cloves, and a handful of fresh thyme sprigs. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
8. **Long Cook:** Cover the pot and simmer for 3 hours, or until the oxtail is extremely tender, stirring every 30 minutes and adding hot water as needed to keep the meat mostly covered.
9. **Remove Pepper:** Carefully remove the scotch bonnet pepper after about 1.5 hours of cooking.
10. **Add Vegetables:** After 3 hours (or when the oxtail is tender), add 1 cup of beef bouillon, 1/4 cup of ketchup, 2 medium potatoes (peeled and cubed), and 2 medium carrots (peeled and chopped).
11. **Continue Cooking:** Cook for another 30 minutes.
12. **Season:** Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or Bajan seasoning as needed.
13. **Thicken (Optional):** If the sauce needs thickening, gradually stir in 1-2 teaspoons of cornstarch or flour mixed with a little cold water until desired consistency is reached.
14. **Serve:** Serve your delicious Bajan Oxtail Stew hot with rice and peas and a side of coleslaw.
15. **Enjoy!:** Enjoy the fruits of your labor!