If you love rich, comforting meals packed with deep flavor, this Jamaican Oxtails recipe is one you need to try. Slow-cooked until the meat becomes incredibly tender, these oxtails are simmered in a delicious brown gravy with Caribbean spices, herbs, and butter beans.
Served with traditional Jamaican rice and peas, this dish brings together tender beef, creamy coconut flavors, and bold seasonings for a meal that feels like a special family dinner.
The secret is patience. Cooking the oxtails slowly allows the flavors to develop while the meat becomes so soft it practically falls off the bone.
Why You’ll Love This Jamaican Oxtails Recipe
- Rich and comforting homemade meal
- Tender meat with a flavorful brown gravy
- Packed with authentic Jamaican-inspired spices
- Perfect for family dinners and gatherings
- Great for meal prep because the flavor gets even better the next day
- Served with classic rice and peas for a complete meal
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Jamaican Oxtails
- 3 pounds beef oxtails
- 1 tablespoon browning sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 scallions, chopped
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 Scotch bonnet pepper
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 2½ cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 can butter beans, drained
For the Jamaican Rice and Peas
- 2 cups long-grain rice, rinsed
- 1 can red kidney beans, drained
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
- 2 scallions
- 2 thyme sprigs
- 3 allspice berries
- 1 whole Scotch bonnet pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon butter
How to Make Jamaican Oxtails
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