'Akwa - Traditional Yemeni Oxtail Stew Recipe

Name: 'Akwa - Traditional Yemeni Oxtail Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 1/2 lbs oxtails, cut into pieces; 1 tablespoon black peppercorns; 1 teaspoon black peppercorns; 2 teaspoons caraway seeds; 1/2 teaspoon cardamom seed; 1/2 teaspoon saffron thread; 1 teaspoon ground fenugreek; 1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric; salt; 2 large ripe tomatoes, peeled & chopped; 1 3/4 lbs white pearl onions; 10 garlic cloves, lightly crushed

Servings: persons

4 1/2 lbs oxtails, cut into pieces
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
2 teaspoons caraway seeds
1/2 teaspoon cardamom seed
1/2 teaspoon saffron thread
1 teaspoon ground fenugreek
1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric
salt
2 large ripe tomatoes, peeled & chopped
1 3/4 lbs white pearl onions
10 garlic cloves, lightly crushed

1
Rinse the oxtail, then place in a large casserole & cover with water. BRing to a gentle boil over a medium heat. Reduce the heat to low & skim the surface of any foam until there is very little left.
2
Crush the peppercorns, caraway seeds & saffron together in a spice mill / coffee grinder or mortar & pestle. Stir in the fenugreek, turmeric & salt.
3
Add the tomatoes, onions, garlic & spice mix to the oxtail. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to as nlow as possible - you may find a diffuser useful for this. Cover tightly & keep on a gentle simmer for 3 hours.
4
Uncover & continue to cook until the meat is incredibly tender, for another 5-6 hours - you will see the meat falling off the bone when it hits this point and it is ready to serve!
5
To serve it in the traditional manner, serve with a rice pilaf. You could also eat this with pleny of bread & salad.

468

kcal

Calories

104

Carbs

Protein

Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 1/2 lbs oxtails, cut into pieces, 1 tablespoon black peppercorns, 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, 2 teaspoons caraway seeds, and more.

Yes, 'Akwa - Traditional Yemeni Oxtail Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

'Akwa - Traditional Yemeni Oxtail Stew

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