'AKWA - TRADITIONAL YEMENI OXTAIL STEW
This is a very traditional dish from Yemen and is made with Oxtail - hence it's name 'Akwa (this is the Yemeni word for Oxtail or literally "the thickest part of the tail". It has one of the lengthiest cooking times I've encountered, but really is worth the wait (& you can get on with your chores whilst it's cooking as it needs little attention). I have a feeling that this could also be tweaked a little to accommodate crock pot cooking! 'Akwa is also commonly eaten during the month of Ramadan.
Provided by Um Safia
Categories Stew
Time 9h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Rinse the oxtail, then place in a large casserole & cover with water. BRing to a gentle boil over a medium heat. Reduce the heat to low & skim the surface of any foam until there is very little left.
- Crush the peppercorns, caraway seeds & saffron together in a spice mill / coffee grinder or mortar & pestle. Stir in the fenugreek, turmeric & salt.
- Add the tomatoes, onions, garlic & spice mix to the oxtail. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to as nlow as possible - you may find a diffuser useful for this. Cover tightly & keep on a gentle simmer for 3 hours.
- Uncover & continue to cook until the meat is incredibly tender, for another 5-6 hours - you will see the meat falling off the bone when it hits this point and it is ready to serve!
- To serve it in the traditional manner, serve with a rice pilaf. You could also eat this with pleny of bread & salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.1, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 9.2, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 4, Sugar 7.3, Protein 2.7
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Janan Alnemer
[email protected]Overall, I thought this Akwa stew was a good dish. It was flavorful and easy to make. I would definitely make it again.
Maruf Hossain
[email protected]I found this stew to be a bit too oily for my taste. I think I would try reducing the amount of oil next time I make it.
Ali Tarar
[email protected]This Akwa stew is a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think it would be great served with a side of rice or bread to help tame the heat.
Evelyn Tamunoikien
[email protected]This stew is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I often add whatever vegetables I have on hand and it always turns out delicious.
Op Girl
[email protected]I love the fact that this stew can be made in a slow cooker. It's so easy to just throw all the ingredients in the pot and let it cook all day.
Kabuye Sharif
[email protected]This Akwa stew is a great way to impress your guests. It's a unique and flavorful dish that is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Mehede Hasan
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook oxtail and this stew is a great addition to my repertoire. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.
abdrehman legas
[email protected]This stew is a great way to use up leftover oxtail. I usually make a big batch of soup with the bones and then I use the leftover meat to make this stew.
Abdul Gafoor
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of oxtail, but I really enjoyed this stew. The sauce is so flavorful that it masks the gaminess of the meat.
Miracle Nice
[email protected]This Akwa stew is a great make-ahead meal. I like to make a big batch on the weekend and then I have leftovers for the rest of the week.
Aniket Sharma
[email protected]I love the combination of spices in this stew. It's a great way to add some variety to my weeknight meals.
irfan Mehar official
[email protected]This stew is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I'll definitely be making it again.
Santita Delaney
[email protected]I made this stew for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors.
Sheijess Clothing
[email protected]This Akwa stew is a great way to warm up on a cold day. The spices give it a nice kick.
Jaykumar Mahara
[email protected]I wasn't sure what to expect with this dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors are complex and delicious.
Bakht Muhammad
[email protected]This stew is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The meat is so tender and the sauce is so flavorful.
Hannah Weston
[email protected]I've made this Akwa stew a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The spices give it a wonderful depth of flavor.
Rohi Cholistan T V
[email protected]This Akwa stew is a fantastic dish! The oxtail meat was fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.