Braised Jamaican Oxtail with Broad (Fava) Beans
Braised Jamaican Oxtail with Broad (Fava) Beans balances rich, sticky oxtail with the gentle creaminess of fava beans, all infused with thyme, allspice, ginger, and a subtle heat from scotch bonnet. The savory gravy clings to tender meat and beans, creating deep, island-style comfort. Serve it for a cozy weekend dinner or a special family gathering alongside rice and peas or steamed vegetables.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Braised Jamaican Oxtail with Broad (Fava) Beans, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 6 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 19
- Heart Health
- 48
- Metabolic
- 32
- Digestive
- 23
- Inflammatory
- 55
- Performance
- 45
- General Wellness
- 1
Toss the oxtail with the onion, green onion, garlic, ginger, chile pepper, soy sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 3
Brown the oxtail in the skillet until browned all over, about 10 minutes.
- 4
Transfer to a pressure cooker and pour in 1 1/2 cup water.
- 5
Cook under pressure for 25 minutes, then remove from the heat and take off the lid following the manufacturer's instructions.
- 6
Add the fava beans and allspice berries, and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
- 7
Dissolve the cornstarch in 2 tablespoons water, and stir it into the simmering oxtail.
- 8
Cook and stir for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and the beans are tender.
- Calories 409.94 kcal High 21%
- Protein 12.65 g Good Source 25%
- Carbohydrate 47.11 g --
- Total Fat 20.44 g High 26%
- Saturated Fat 4.34 g High 22%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 7.94 mg Low Source 3%
- Sodium 925.27 mg High 40%
- Dietary Fiber 7.48 g Good Source 27%
- Total Sugars 7.67 g --
- Added Sugars 3.73 g Moderate 7%
- Calcium 122.51 mg Low Source 9%
- Iron 2.65 mg Moderate 15%
- Potassium 245.53 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin A 72.11 mcg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin C 0.15 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Soy 🌱
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Braised Jamaican Oxtail with Broad (Fava) Beans is a Jamaican dinner recipe made with 15 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 15 mins, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Beef Stew Meat, Black Pepper, Cannellini Beans, and Chili Pepper. Each serving provides about 409.94 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Braised Jamaican Oxtail with Broad (Fava) Beans?
- It is a Jamaican recipe made with 15 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Braised Jamaican Oxtail with Broad (Fava) Beans made of?
- The main ingredients are Beef Stew Meat, Black Pepper, Cannellini Beans, Chili Pepper, Cornstarch. The full list of 15 is above.
- What goes well with Braised Jamaican Oxtail with Broad (Fava) Beans?
- Explore these Jamaican side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Braised Jamaican Oxtail with Broad (Fava) Beans?
- About 1 hr 15 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 409.94 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Braised Jamaican Oxtail with Broad (Fava) Beans easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Braised Jamaican Oxtail with Broad (Fava) Beans healthy?
- Braised Jamaican Oxtail with Broad (Fava) Beans has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 409.94 calories and 12.65 g of protein, or 25% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 925.27 mg (40% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 4.34 g (22% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 3.73 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Soy, Corn, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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