Spanish-Style Oxtail Stew

Spanish-Style Oxtail Stew
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    4 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    4 hrs 25 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    69

Transport yourself to the heart of Andalusia with this deeply flavorful and comforting Spanish-Style Oxtail Stew. A symphony of rich, savory notes, perfect for those chilly evenings when you crave a taste of rustic elegance.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    18 g
  • Cholesterol
    333 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    95 g
  • Saturated Fat
    20 g
  • Sodium
    929 mg
  • Sugar
    7 g
  • Fat
    50 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
2 mins

In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. (2 minutes)

02

Step
20 mins

Working in batches, sear the oxtail pieces until deeply browned on all sides. Remove the oxtail and set aside. (15-20 minutes)

03

Step
10 mins

Add the chopped onions, bell peppers, and garlic to the pot. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened and translucent. (8-10 minutes)

04

Step
5 mins

Pour in the white wine, bring to a simmer, and cook, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. (5 minutes)

05

Step
5 mins

Return the browned oxtail to the pot. Add the beef broth, bay leaves, and dark chocolate. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer gently. (5 minutes)

06

Step
3 hrs

Simmer for 3 hours, or until the oxtail is very tender and easily pulls away from the bone.

07

Step
0 mins

Season with smoked paprika and sea salt to taste. Stir in the carrots.

08

Step
30 mins

Cover and continue to simmer for another 30 minutes, or until the carrots are tender. (30 minutes)

09

Step
0 mins

Remove the bay leaves before serving. Serve hot with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes.

For an even richer flavor, marinate the oxtail in the white wine overnight before cooking.
If you don't have a Dutch oven, a large, heavy-bottomed pot will work just as well.
Feel free to add other vegetables, such as potatoes or parsnips, during the last hour of cooking.
The stew tastes even better the next day, as the flavors have had time to meld together.
Serve with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or a dollop of sour cream for added freshness.

Alexa Swift

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 23 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Felix Haley

    Make sure you brown the oxtails really well - it makes a big difference in the flavor.

  • Adelia Harber

    I added a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little extra heat. It was delicious!

  • Jovany Abernathy

    The dark chocolate adds such a unique and delicious depth of flavor.

  • Florida Cassin

    Followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfect!

  • Rafael Swaniawski

    This stew is absolutely incredible! The oxtails are so tender, and the flavor is amazing. I will definitely be making this again!

  • Tate Rohan

    This is the best oxtail stew I've ever had!

  • Christophe Rowe

    I made this stew for a dinner party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about it.

  • Paxton Goodwin

    I didn't have any white wine, so I used sherry instead. It was still amazing!

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