
Oxtail with broad beans
Oxtail with broad beans is a deeply satisfying dish where tender, fall-off-the-bone meat meets creamy beans in a rich, aromatic broth. The slow-cooked oxtail develops a luxurious melt-in-your-mouth texture, while the broad beans add a subtle earthiness that balances the deep umami of the braise. A hint of pimento berries lends a warm, slightly floral note, elevating the dish beyond the ordinary. Worth the effort for its bold, comforting flavors and the way it turns humble ingredients into something extraordinary.
Ingredients
- Oxtail450g
- Onion1 chopped
- Spring Onions1
- Garlic2 cloves minced
- Ginger1 tsp
- Scotch Bonnet1 chopped
- Soy Sauce2 tbs
- Fresh Thyme1 chopped
- Vegetable Oil2 tbs
- Water350ml
- Broad Beans200g
- Corn Flour1 tbs
- Water2 tbs
Nutrition
Directions
- 1
Toss the oxtail with the onion, spring onion, garlic, ginger, chilli, soy sauce, thyme, salt and pepper. Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Brown the oxtail in the pan until browned all over, about 10 minutes. Place into a pressure cooker, and pour in 375ml water. Cook at pressure for 25 minutes, then remove from heat, and remove the lid according to manufacturer's directions.
- 2
Add the broad beans and pimento berries, and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Dissolve the cornflour in 2 tablespoons water, and stir into the simmering oxtail. Cook and stir a few minutes until the sauce has thickened, and the broad beans are tender.
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