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    Instant Pot Recipes » Instant Pot Oxtail

    Instant Pot Oxtail

    Posted On January 28, 2021 By Mirlene Last updated March 27, 2021 22 Comments

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    Give me a big bowl of braised oxtail stew, chuck roast, or Poulet en sauce over a bed of rice, and I am in my happy place!

    • Oxtail in white bowl with carrots

    There are so many varieties of braised oxtail recipes and it seems like everybody has their own version. BUT, prepare to fall in love with my Instant Pot Braised Oxtail Stew Recipe!

    Although oxtail stew can get overwhelming to make, but try not to worry as this easy braised oxtail recipe will become your favorite recipe. 

     

    This tender, fall-off-the-bone chunks of oxtail, beans, and carrots are all cooked together in a deliciously seasoned sauce in the Instant Pot. 

    • stew in skillet, seated over cooling rack

    There’s nothing better than a comforting hearty stew, tomato soup, or squash soup – especially during the colder days. But this oxtail stew might actually top them all as it is a hearty, flavorful and melt-in-your mouth traditional Haitian-Style beef stew. 

    Why does this recipe work?

    This classic Haitian stew recipe never goes out of style. It has everything you could ever ask for in a red meat stew throughout the year. 

    Just like my other Instant Pot Recipes, you do not need anything fancy to make this Haitian-style Oxtail Stew. 

    This recipe, however, works for both a slow cooker dish and a pressure cooker dish. With that being said, all you really need are a few ingredients to have dinner on the table in no time.  

    Where does oxtail meat come from?

    Although oxtail is prepared in various ways, the culinary name for this delicious meat refers to as the tail of the cattle.

    Typically, oxtail weighs 7 to 8 lbs. and cut into short lengths for sale. 

    • Cut up oxtail on large plate

    In a nutshell, oxtail is the tail of a cow. The tail is also skinned and contain a small amount of bone marrow depending on the size that’s cut.

    Ingredients To Make This Dish

    Oxtail is available at almost all major super markets and international markets. 

    Like all good traditional beef stews, this stew is made with onion, carrots, celery, garlic, beef broth, browning, tomato paste, herbs, and, of course, oxtail to name a few.

    This instant pot oxtail stew recipe is the perfect Sunday meal to make for your loved ones. To be truthfully honest, just like lamb, we do not eat it often as oxtail can be pricy.

    However, It is beyond delicious and pairs well with low carb recipes, such as this cauliflower mash potatoes.

    How To Make Oxtail Recipe Instant Pot

    The full recipe and ingredients are listed below. But here is a quick guide on how to make this recipe perfectly every time.

    Wash and pat dry the meat. Set aside. In a small bowl, mix together the Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, ground cloves, premium glaze or browning and mix well.

    Pour the mixture over the meat and let marinate for 30 minutes (or longer). 

    • Worcestershire sauce being poured over oxtail

    On the instant pot, click on Sauté and set the timer to 30 minutes. Add and heat the oil. 

    Sear the oxtail on all sides. Reserve the marinating mixture.

    • Marinating Oxtail in clear bowl

    Once the oxtail is seared on all sides. Remove it and place the meat on a plate. 

    • Seared oxtail in spoon

    Click on cancel then sauté again, and set the timer for another 30 minutes. Add the vegetables: onions, celery, and carrots. Cook for 5 minutes. 

    Add the tomato paste, then add the meat. Stir. Then add the beans. 

    Add broth and reserved marinade. Cover.

    • Sear oxtail in instant pot

    Turn the knob to sealing. Cook on pressure high for 45 minutes. 

    • meat and vegetables in instant pot

    A hearty, melt-in-your-mouth, flavorful instant pot oxtail stew recipe.

    • stew in white bowl

    Braised Oxtail Stew Recipe Pro Notes

    1. If you are able to purchase the oxtail from an international market, ask them for the entire tail. It is most likely will be the exact price as the ones that’s already chopped. Plus, you get more meat. Also, be sure to ask the butcher to chop it up for you as well. 
    2. If you want to add a little heat, add 2 tbsp. Ti Malice hot sauce or red pepper flakes before cooking the meat for 45 minutes. 
    3. The meat will shrink slightly when it’s cooked, be sure to get bigger precut chunks this will help the stew to come together really easy.
    • Oxtail Stew recipe in white bowls -instant pot

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ): 

    How to cook oxtail in instant pot

    First, sear the meat on all sides. Then add the vegetables, seasoning, broth, and cook for 45 minutes.

    Do you wash oxtail?

    Absolutely. You would wash this meat just like you wash any other meat. Haitians have specific ways to wash meat, I have explained our methods here this Haitian chicken stew recipe. 

    How long does it take for oxtails to get tender?

    If cooking oxtails over the stove, it will take 2 to 3 hours for the meat to cook completely and become tender. In the instant pot, it will take 45 minutes.

    Haitian Food Serving Suggestions

    This easy recipe pairs well with any dishes from around the world. But more if you want to serve it with some of your favorite Haitian food recipes, we have a few suggestions below: 

    Haitian Black Rice

    Plantain Balls    

    Haitian White Rice

    Red Beans And Rice

    More Amazing Instant Pot Recipes

    If you loved this Instant Pot Oxtail Stew Recipe, try these recipes next:

    Chili Mac and cheese

    Low country shrimp boil

    Cabbage soup

    Legume (Eggplant) stew

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    Oxtail in white bowl with carrots

    Instant Pot Braised Oxtail Stew Recipe

    Savory Thoughts
    Fall-off-the-bone braised oxtail stew recipe that's easy to make in the instant pot. Comforting Haitian hearty oxtail stew that's easily made in the pressure cooker to save you time on a busy night.
    5 from 10 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins
    Course Dinner, Main Dish
    Cuisine Caribbean, Haitian, International
    Servings 6 Servings
    Calories 457 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 lbs. Oxtail
    • 1 15 oz. can Great Northern Beans
    • 2 large Carrots sliced
    • 3 Cloves Garlic chopped
    • 2 Green Onions sliced
    • 2 Sprigs Thyme
    • ½ cup Yellow Onions chopped
    • 1 cup Beef broth or vegetable broth
    • 2 tbsp. Worcestershire Sauce
    • 1 tsp. Ground Clove
    • 1 tsp. Black Pepper
    • 1 tsp. Kosher salt
    • 2 tbsp. Vegetable oil
    • 1 tbsp. 100% Premium Glaze or Rosemary
    • 2 Celery Stalks, sliced
    • 2 Shallots Chopped
    • 1 tbsp. Tomato Paste
    • ½ Cup Water
    • ¼ Tbsp. Cornstarch
    • 1 Tbsp. Ground Ginger or fresh
    • 1 Tbsp. Chili Powder

    Instructions
     

    • in a small bowl combine the cornstarch and ½ cup water. Mix well and set aside.
      Wash and pat dry the meat. Set aside. In a small bowl, mix together the Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, salt and pepper, ground cloves, premium glaze or browning, and mix well. Pour the mixture over the meat and let marinate for 30 minutes (or longer). 
      On the instant pot, click on Sauté and set timer to 15 minutes. Add and heat the oil.
      Sear the oxtail on all sides. Reserve the marinating mixture. Once the oxtail is seared on all sides, remove it and place the meat on a plate.
      Seared oxtail in spoon
    • Click on cancel then click on sauté again, and set the timer for another 30 minutes. Add the vegetables and herbs. Cook for 5 minutes. Stirring constantly.
      Add the tomato paste, then add the meat. Stir. Then add the beans. 
      Sear oxtail in instant pot
    • Add broth, reserved marinade, ginger powder or juice, and the cornstarch mixture. Cover. Turn the knob to sealing. Cook on pressure high for 45 minutes. Serve warm and enjoy!
      Cooked meat and vegetables on spoon lifted

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    Notes

    This recipe was first published in November 2019. It has been updated with new pictures.
    When printing the recipe, please unselect the camera icon so that the pictures are NOT printed with the recipe (if preferred).
    If you are able to purchase the oxtail from an international market, ask them for the entire tail. It is most likely will be the exact price as the ones that are already chopped. Plus, you get more meat. Also, be sure to ask the butcher to chop it up for you as well. 
    Calories are estimated per serving

    Nutrition

    Serving: 6ServingsCalories: 457kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 40gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 119mgSodium: 1581mgPotassium: 567mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 77IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 34mg
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    Comments

    1. Allegra

      January 19, 2022 at 9:16 pm

      What is “premium glaze”? I made the recipe without it so there was not enough liquid to pour over the meat or to preserve for later. Should I add the beef broth there instead? It is a delicious recipe and I want to get it right. Thank you.

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        January 21, 2022 at 2:28 am

        Hi Allegra. Thank you so much for your question. Yes, if you do not have enough liquid. Please adjust it and add more liquid. The beef broth will work well. Also, premium glaze is similar to browning but sweeter. We are unable to find the “browning” seasoning in our region, therefore, I opted in for the premium glaze. Thank you so much for trying this recipe. Please do adjust it to your taste. Blessings to you.

        Reply
    2. David Stahl

      January 30, 2021 at 12:44 am

      Hello do the beans just fall apart and make the sauce thicker?
      Thank you

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        January 31, 2021 at 3:20 am

        Hello David,
        No, these beans will not make the sauce thicker. The cornstarch slurry will thicken the sauce.

        Reply
    3. Maplehunie

      December 13, 2020 at 8:00 am

      5 stars
      Looks yummy. But how does this work for a slow cooker?

      Reply
    4. So Lovely

      April 18, 2020 at 11:35 pm

      What is the purpose of saving the marinade? Were we supposed to add it back?

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        April 19, 2020 at 1:01 am

        Yes, add it back when you add the broth.

        Reply
    5. June

      February 27, 2020 at 12:16 am

      Did you use quick release or natural release when the oxtail was done?

      Reply
    6. Gail Hahn

      December 03, 2019 at 10:04 pm

      I do not know what you mean (ingredients list) by “premium glaze or browning.” I googled premium glaze but that seems to be about paint! I’d like to make the recipe but I’m confused.

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        December 06, 2019 at 2:33 pm

        Hi Gail, thank you for your comment. I used the Culinary Circle 100% Premium Glaze.

        Reply
    7. Colleen

      November 30, 2019 at 7:00 pm

      5 stars
      I have actually never cooked or even tasted this, but it does look delicious. Thanks for inspiring me to try something new.

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        December 01, 2019 at 1:09 am

        I am very glad to hear that Colleen 🙂

        Reply
        • Fab

          August 31, 2021 at 6:19 pm

          Can this oxtail method be also used for Legume?

          Reply
          • Mirlene

            October 05, 2021 at 7:06 am

            It can, but you’ll need to cook the Legume separately then combine with the oxtail at the end.

            Reply
    8. Demeter

      November 30, 2019 at 5:59 pm

      5 stars
      You made this look so easy using the instant pot. Sounds so flavorful!

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        December 01, 2019 at 1:09 am

        Thank you, Demeter!

        Reply
    9. Jessica Formicola

      November 30, 2019 at 4:26 pm

      5 stars
      I made this for dinner last night and it was incredible! Thank you so much for sharing the recipe!

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        December 01, 2019 at 1:09 am

        Thank you, Jessica!

        Reply
    10. Ashley

      November 30, 2019 at 4:16 pm

      5 stars
      Such a delicious stew! Thanks for helping me use my Instant Pot!!

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        November 30, 2019 at 4:25 pm

        hahaha you’re welcome!

        Reply
    11. Erika

      November 30, 2019 at 4:04 pm

      5 stars
      I love how the Instant Pot makes this stew feels like it’s been cooking for hours. So delicious!

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        November 30, 2019 at 4:25 pm

        Thank you, Erika.

        Reply

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