African Oxtail Stew

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make African Oxtail Stew.

1. Step 1

   To start your delicious oxtail stew, grab a large Dutch oven and toss in the chopped celery, minced garlic, tomato paste, beef bouillon cubes, and a generous 10 cups of water.

2. Step 2

   Give it a good stir until the tomato paste is completely dissolved, creating a flavorful base.

3. Step 3

   Next, add in the whole black peppercorns and bay leaves, then set the pot over medium heat and bring everything to a gentle simmer.

4. Step 4

   While that’s warming up, heat some canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

5. Step 5

   Once the oil is hot, add the oxtail pieces and sear them until they’re beautifully browned on all sides, which should take about 10 minutes.

6. Step 6

   Once they’re perfectly browned, remove the oxtail from the skillet and transfer it to your simmering Dutch oven.

7. Step 7

   Now, pour out all but 1 tablespoon of the oil from the skillet.

8. Step 8

   Lower the heat to medium and toss in the chopped onion.

9. Step 9

   Sauté the onion until it’s softened and translucent, which should take around 5 minutes, then add it to the Dutch oven with the oxtail.

10. Step 10

    Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the Dutch oven, and let it simmer for a cozy 2 1/2 hours.

11. Step 11

    After that, season the stew with salt and pepper to your liking, cover it again, and let it cook for an additional 30 minutes until the oxtail is tender but still holding its shape.

12. Step 12

    Once the oxtail is ready, carefully remove the pieces and place them in a serving dish.

13. Step 13

    Now, it’s time to add the drained kidney beans to the Dutch oven and bring the mixture back to a simmer.

14. Step 14

    To thicken your stew, mix cornstarch with 1/2 cup of water until it’s fully dissolved, then stir this mixture into the stew.

15. Step 15

    Let it simmer for just a minute until the sauce thickens and turns clear.

16. Step 16

    Finally, pour that luscious sauce over the oxtail before serving, and get ready to enjoy a warm, hearty meal that’s sure to impress!.