Nicaraguan Oxtail Stew Recipe

Name: Nicaraguan Oxtail Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup uncooked white beans; 1 tablespoon lard or 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening; 3 lbs of beef oxtails; 3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed; 1 medium yellow onion, peeled and diced; 1 medium tomatoes, diced; 2 cups beef stock; 2 cups water (approximate); 2 tablespoons ground allspice; salt and pepper; hot sauce

Servings: persons

1/3 cup uncooked white beans
1 tablespoon lard or 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening
3 lbs of beef oxtails
3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
1 medium yellow onion, peeled and diced
1 medium tomatoes, diced
2 cups beef stock
2 cups water (approximate)
2 tablespoons ground allspice
salt and pepper
hot sauce

1
Place beans in a pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a rolling boil and boil for 3 minutes. Remove from heat and cover with pan lid.
2
Brown the oxtails in lard, and place in a large casserole or crock pot.
3
Add all remaining ingredients except the 2 cups water and beans.
4
Aside from the 2 cups water, cover food in the casserole or crock pot with just enough water to cover.
5
Simmer for 1 1/2 hours, then drain the beans form their cooking liquid and add to pot, then simmer 1 1/2 hours more, stirring occasionally. This may need more time if a slow cooker is used (approximately 3-4 hours then add beans, then 3-4 hours more).
6
Remove lid and allow to cook uncovered to make a thicker stew,.

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup uncooked white beans, 1 tablespoon lard or 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening, 3 lbs of beef oxtails, 3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed, and more.

Yes, Nicaraguan 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.

Nicaraguan Oxtail Stew

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