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Oxtail Soup
Oxtail Soup is a warm and comforting soup ideal for cooler weather. With a complex flavor and unique texture, it's easy to see why so many people love this nourishing soup!
Prep Time
5
minutes
mins
Cook Time
3
hours
hrs
Total Time
3
hours
hrs
5
minutes
mins
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Jamaican
Servings:
6
Calories:
458
kcal
Author:
Tayo Oredola
Equipment
Instant Pot
Slow cooker
Ingredients
2
lbs
oxtails
3
tablespoon
olive oil
8
oz
carrots
2
cups
spinach
loosely chopped
2
scallions
sliced
1
onion
chopped
2
garlic cloves
minced
4
cups
beef broth
1
teaspoon
smoked paprike
¼
teaspoon
cayenne pepper
½
teaspoon
black pepper
1
tablespoon
bouillon powder
1
teaspoon
salt
or to taste
2-3
cups
of water
or as needed
Instructions
Wash the oxtails and pat them dry.
Season the oxtails with salt and black pepper.
Pour the olive oil into a large pot at medium-high heat. Once the pot is heated, place the oxtails in the olive oil.
Brown the oxtails for about 5 minutes on each side.
Remove the oxtails from the pot and set them aside. Use a wooden spoon to scrape the bottom of the pot, if needed.
Add the chopped onions and garlic to the pot and stir until translucent.
Pour in the beef broth and water, and add the remaining spices.
Add the oxtails back in, bring to a boil, then simmer on low heat for 2.5 - 3 hours.
Stir frequently and make sure there is still liquid in the pot.
When you have 20 mins to go, add the carrots and spinach and cook till the carrots are soft.
Add the green onions last, and top with parsley or another herb of choice.
Instant Pot Oxtail Soup
Repeat steps 1-6 above using the sauté function of the instant pot.
Pressure cook on high pressure for 45 minutes, then release the pressure naturally.
Slow Cooker Oxtail Soup
Cook the oxtail soup in the slow cooker on low for 7-8 hours.
Notes
This recipe serves 6 and contains 4 net carbs per serving.
For fall-off-the-bone tender oxtail soup, simmer it for at least 3 hours.
Add a few spoonfuls of tomato paste to the broth for a richer flavor.
If you’d like to add more heat to the soup, add a diced jalapeno or other chili pepper.
For a creamier soup, add a few tablespoons of heavy cream or coconut milk towards the end of cooking time.
Add a few slices of smoked bacon or ham to the pot to give the soup a smoky flavor.
To give the soup an Asian twist, add a few tablespoons of fish sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, or rice wine vinegar to the broth.
For a more robust flavor, consider adding a few sprigs of fresh herbs like rosemary, thyme, or oregano to the pot.
Nutrition
Calories:
458
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
5
g
|
Protein:
48
g
|
Fat:
27
g
|
Saturated Fat:
9
g
|
Polyunsaturated Fat:
1
g
|
Monounsaturated Fat:
14
g
|
Cholesterol:
166
mg
|
Sodium:
933
mg
|
Potassium:
198
mg
|
Fiber:
1
g
|
Sugar:
2
g
|
Vitamin A:
7293
IU
|
Vitamin C:
6
mg
|
Calcium:
59
mg
|
Iron:
7
mg