Jamaican Oxtail Stew – Tender, Rich, and Full of Island Flavor 🇯🇲

Instructions

1. Season the Oxtail

1. In a large bowl, combine oxtail with all-purpose seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, thyme, salt, browning sauce, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Add the minced garlic, chopped onion, and scallions.
2. Massage the seasonings into the meat. Cover and marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight for deeper flavor.

2. Brown the Oxtail

3. In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat.
4. Working in batches, brown the oxtail on all sides to lock in flavor. Don’t overcrowd the pan. Set browned oxtail aside.

3. Build the Stew

5. In the same pot, add any leftover seasoning from the bowl. Sauté for 2–3 minutes.
6. Add ketchup and brown sugar. Stir until caramelized and bubbling.
7. Return oxtail to the pot. Pour in beef broth (or water) until the meat is just covered.
8. Add whole Scotch bonnet (don’t burst it unless you want heat throughout).
   

   4. Simmer Low & Slow