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Slow Cooker Oxtail and Butter Beans

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This slow cooker oxtail and butter bean recipe has everything you could ever want in a beef stew. This is comfort food straight from my childhood.

This slow cooker oxtail and butter bean recipe has everything you could ever want in a beef stew. It is hearty and super satisfying and not to mention easy.

This slow cooker oxtail and butter bean recipe has everything you could ever want in a beef stew. It is hearty and super satisfying and not to mention easy.

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This slow cooker oxtail and butter bean recipe has everything you could ever want in a beef stew. It is hearty and super satisfying and not to mention easy.

And I’m just going to start this off by saying, as with any good meat slow cooker recipe this one started off in a pot. On the stove. With a fire. And I’m not mad about that because the flavor that you get from doing this one extra step for this blessing to man-kind— is so WORTH IT!!! I just want to be up front with that because I tried to just toss it all in my slow cooker and walk away but the meat lacked that delicious caramel flavor. And let’s be for real I live for that taste.

This slow cooker oxtail and butter bean recipe has everything you could ever want in a beef stew. It is hearty and super satisfying and not to mention easy.

This recipe came about when my best friend who works 10-hour shifts as a nurse asked me if I have a slow cooker oxtail recipe. It was so genius that I went out and bought 10 pounds of oxtail to “recipe test”. I will take any excuse to make oxtail. Any!

This slow cooker oxtail and butter bean recipe has everything you could ever want in a beef stew. It is hearty and super satisfying and not to mention easy.

Growing up I loved Sunday dinners because I knew that my grandma being a creature of habit she would cook 1 of 2 things: Oxtail or Fried chicken. Do you guys get why I was the first one at the table and the last to leave?

No one had to ever tell me to finish my dinner that night. Never happened. No way. No how.

This slow cooker oxtail and butter bean recipe has everything you could ever want in a beef stew. It is hearty and super satisfying and not to mention easy.

It is so funny to me that more people don’t enjoy stewed oxtail. The meat is tender because it is braised for hours. The gravy that it produces should be bottled. I’m just saying I would buy all of them. And I do mean all! You finally know my weakness. It is also encouraged around these parts to gnaw on the bones. Even though the meat falls off the bone, a part of the experience of eating oxtail is to enjoy the bone. Trust me, it is worth it! Forget manners, just dive in. As a matter a fact, my family would consider it an insult not to.

This slow cooker oxtail and butter bean recipe has everything you could ever want in a beef stew. It is hearty and super satisfying and not to mention easy.

 

It is so easy to enjoy this dish. I might make it weekly if not daily. I seriously considered not telling my family that I made this dish just so that I could enjoy it all by myself.  It is usually served with rice and peas.

Enjoy!

5 from 9 votes
This slow cooker oxtail and butter bean recipe has everything you could ever want in a beef stew. It is hearty and super satisfying and not to mention easy.
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Slow Cooker Oxtail and Butter Beans
Author: Cooking Maniac
Ingredients
  • 1 can lima/butter beans
  • 4 pounds oxtails trimmed
  • 2 large onions chopped
  • 3 scallions chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves smashed
  • 3 carrots chopped
  • 1 bunch fresh thyme
  • 2 tablespoons red pepper flakes or 1 scotch bonnet pepper seeds included
  • 4 teaspoons hot paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 4 cups low-sodium beef broth just enough to slightly cover the oxtail
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon pimento seeds (optional)
Instructions
  1. In a large pot, add oxtails, onions, scallions, garlic, thyme, red pepper, paprika, bay leaf, soy sauce, pimento seeds, ketchup and Worcestershire sauce and marinate at least 4 hours or overnight in the refrigerator, stirring occasionally.
  2. Remove the oxtail from marinade. In a large pot heat up enough oil to brown the oxtail. When the oil is hot not burning, place the oxtail in the pot and brown on all sides. Remove the brown oxtail and place in slow cooker. Add enough broth to cover the oxtail. Also toss in the marinade, tomatoes, and carrots. Set on high and cook for 7-8 hours. Until the meat becomes tender.
  3. Every hour check on the oxtail and keep oxtails slightly covered with liquid.
  4. At 6 hours, add the beans, tomato paste, and more of beef broth and/or water, if needed. Then simmer uncovered 1 hour, skimming fat off top and stirring occasionally. In the last 1/2 hour of cook time, season with 1- 2 tablespoons salt and fresh ground black pepper. Serve with rice and peas.
  5. *Don't forget to remove bay leaves.

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  1. Milan says

    December 28, 2018 at 7:14 PM

    5 stars
    This was really good, my oxtails were cut a little thinner than average so they cooked in less time but when they were done they were nice and tender with lots of flavor. I thicken my broth or sauce a little more for my own preference. Can’t wait to make it again.

    Reply
  2. Amanda says

    August 28, 2018 at 10:28 PM

    Hey Ann! Making this recipe right now however I was not able to find actual pimento seeds…can I use allspice instead since it is basically ground pimento and if so how much should I add? Thanks for your help!

    Reply
  3. klebefolie says

    December 15, 2017 at 3:35 PM

    5 stars
    Wow! This is really cooking made easy indeed. Great job! Thanks a lot.

    Reply
  4. Leonard Warren says

    November 12, 2017 at 1:51 PM

    Hi! I’m in the process of making the oxtail with butter beans recipe. I have the oxtails marinating but am questioning the amount of liquid needed. All I put in was the: 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 tablespoons ketchup,1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce as per the recipe.

    Is that all the liquid needed?

    Thanks,

    Leonard

    Reply
    • Ann says

      November 12, 2017 at 2:10 PM

      Hi there Leonard! That is the right amount for the marinade. Make sure you rub it all together in the ziplock bag. Then when you add the beef to the slow cooker the 4 cups of broth will be add per the recipe. Hope that helps and you enjoy it!

      Reply
  5. Aaron Markham says

    November 1, 2017 at 9:24 PM

    Curious about using the high setting for so long… Seems like most recipes are low for 7-8 hours.

    Reply
    • Ann says

      November 12, 2017 at 2:03 PM

      Hi Aaron! That is the right setting. You are in essence using the slow cooker to tenderize the oxtail. That is why so much liquid is used. Hope you enjoy it 🙂

      Reply
  6. Saturena says

    September 16, 2017 at 7:47 AM

    Thank you for sharing, the Jamaican woman that I first taste of tails with died. I miss her cooking, I will definitely be trying this recipe.

    Reply
  7. Jess says

    August 21, 2017 at 10:47 PM

    5 stars
    I made this for dinner. It was amazing! I licked my bowl clean.

    Reply
  8. Dagon says

    August 5, 2016 at 4:58 PM

    Great recipe, thanks! You never mentioned what to do with the ketchup though – I assume it’s folded into the marinade…

    Reply
    • Ann says

      August 10, 2016 at 11:27 AM

      Hey Dagon!!! You are so right! Thanks for catching that. I updated the recipe 🙂 I hope you like it. 🙂 🙂

      Reply
  9. Tameka says

    June 23, 2016 at 8:59 AM

    5 stars
    This was AMAZING!!!!! Now can you please post a rice cooker rice and peas recipe, my family was so proud of me. Lol

    Reply
  10. Christine - Jar Of Lemons says

    June 7, 2016 at 9:20 PM

    My grandma used to make this, so this recipe just took me back! Yum!!!

    Reply
  11. Sophia says

    June 7, 2016 at 8:25 PM

    This really looks amazing.

    Reply
  12. Tess says

    June 7, 2016 at 4:58 PM

    This looks delicious! I’ve never had butter beans but given that they have butter in the name they sound so good!

    Reply
  13. LaKisha Riddick says

    June 7, 2016 at 1:49 PM

    I love slow cooker recipes. You just set it and forget it! 🙂 Your pics are awesome! The oxtails look so tender. My dad loved butter beans. I haven’t been a fan. But I think this recipe might make me a believer. Pinned!

    Reply
  14. Glenda Kruse says

    June 7, 2016 at 11:18 AM

    5 stars
    I’ve never tried oxtails but your recipe sure looks tasty! The corn looks so fancy, love it. And your biscuits look to die for 🙂 !

    Reply
  15. Nellwyn says

    June 7, 2016 at 10:18 AM

    Looks amazing! I love oxtail but I’ve never tried to make it at home.

    Nellwyn | http://www.thecardinalpress.com

    Reply
  16. soniya Saluja says

    June 7, 2016 at 10:04 AM

    This sounds & looks really good.

    Reply
  17. Klauss says

    June 7, 2016 at 5:25 AM

    5 stars
    Oh my 🙂 Oxtails! Previously, I have not seen this. Very interesting!

    Reply
  18. Jolina - The Unlikely Baker says

    June 6, 2016 at 9:08 PM

    Just look at those pictures! Making me so very hungry! And yes, I also wonder why people don’t love oxtail more. It’s delicious. (My grandma is the same, on Sundays she would cook the same dishes but nobody ever seemed to mind – the whole spread would be gone in 60 seconds lol)

    Reply
    • Ann says

      June 7, 2016 at 1:37 AM

      Hahahahaha! <60 seconds on thanksgiving and christmas...lol! Grandma's are just the best! I'm glad you liked it Jolina. 🙂

      Reply
  19. Renz says

    June 6, 2016 at 8:42 PM

    I didn’t even read this post Ann.. hahaha.. I just staring at the oxtail. Looks soo good. Was feeling for some this weekend but the pieces at my supermarket were so fatty!!! Def pinning this to the Caribbean Board on pinterest.

    Reply
    • Ann says

      June 7, 2016 at 1:41 AM

      I’m not mad at all lol… I literally wrote the post around the pictures!!! Ugggggh, I think it’s a waste it the oxtail is too fatty. I stood in line for 1 hour for 10 pounds of these oxtail because it was super lean. Needless to say I’m making another oxtail dish….soon. That’s not too much right? 🙂 🙂

      Reply
      • Andrea Redwood says

        September 17, 2018 at 12:39 PM

        5 stars
        Hello! I was in a hurry this morning and threw everything in the slow cooker so I was unable to marinate the oxtails. Will everything come out ok

        Reply
  20. candy says

    June 6, 2016 at 7:19 PM

    Wow does this look hearty and fulfilling meal. Home cooking at its best.

    Reply
    • Ann says

      June 7, 2016 at 1:42 AM

      I am so glad you liked it Candy! I love when a meal gives me a hug. 🙂 🙂

      Reply
  21. Carmella says

    June 6, 2016 at 7:17 PM

    5 stars
    Oh I’m making this ASAP, I have a few pounds of ox tails in the freezer right now

    Reply
    • Ann says

      June 7, 2016 at 1:43 AM

      Carmella, I get super excited when people say they have oxtail in their freezer. You and I will be life long friends. 🙂 🙂

      Reply
  22. Amy Scott says

    June 6, 2016 at 6:17 PM

    Slow cooker recipes are my favorite. I’m a lazy cook! Pinning this for Winter dinners!

    Reply
    • Ann says

      June 7, 2016 at 1:46 AM

      I’m so glad you liked it Amy!!! 🙂 This oxtail stew is making me crave the cooler months and all that! Winter is coming— I had to! Sorry not sorry! 🙂 🙂 🙂

      Reply
  23. Lori says

    June 6, 2016 at 6:03 PM

    I wil try this!!!

    Reply
    • Ann says

      June 7, 2016 at 1:46 AM

      Awesome Lori!!! Let me know how you liked it. 🙂 🙂 🙂

      Reply
  24. Eleanor Davoren says

    June 6, 2016 at 5:45 PM

    This looka yum yum!

    Reply
    • Ann says

      June 7, 2016 at 1:48 AM

      I’m so happy you liked it Eleanor. 🙂 🙂

      Reply
  25. Roy Miller says

    June 6, 2016 at 12:15 PM

    5 stars
    I am a huge fan of comfort food, and this looks like it would qualify. I also like using the crockpot for cooking. Thank you for posting this recipe.

    Reply
    • Ann says

      June 7, 2016 at 1:49 AM

      I just got a crockpot last month and I’m so enjoying making new recipes with it. Oxtail is all I need for the next 10001 days. 🙂 🙂

      Reply

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