Jamaican Oxtail Stew

Step 2: Sweat the aromatics

  • Aromatics & spices

    • onions
      , diced
      1/2
    • garlic
      , roughly chopped
      2-5 cloves
    • scallions
      , diced
      1 bunch
    • scotch bonnets
      , deseeded & diced
      1-3
    • fresh ginger
      , minced
      A 2" knob
    • black pepper
      , ground
      a spoonful
    • allspice
      , ground
      a spoonful

  • Braising meat

    • seared oxtails

Add all aromatics and spices to the pot to over medium heat until they begin to soften and go fragrant. Scrape to any browned bits on the bottom of the pot (add a splash of water to prevent burning, if needed).

  • Add in reserved, seared oxtails.
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