Best 3 Puerto Rican Oxtail Soup Recipes

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Puerto Rican oxtail soup, known locally as "cola de res guisada," is a hearty and flavorful dish that is popular in Puerto Rican cuisine. It is typically made with beef oxtails, which are slow-cooked in a flavorful broth until tender. The soup is often seasoned with a variety of spices, including garlic, oregano, cilantro, and cumin, and may also include vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers. Oxtail soup is often served with rice or beans, and is a popular dish to enjoy on special occasions or during the cold winter months.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

INSTANT POT OXTAIL STEW (RABO GUISADO)



Instant Pot Oxtail Stew (Rabo Guisado) image

A delightfully tender Puerto Rican oxtail stew that is made in the Instant Pot!

Provided by Neyssa

Categories     dinner

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds of oxtails (rinsed well)
2-3 tablespoons of olive oil
1 teaspoon of cumin
1/2 tablespoon of dried oregano
1 teaspoon of salt
1 teaspoon of ground black pepper
8 oz of tomato sauce
1/2 cup of homemade sofrito
1 packet of Sazon con achiote
3 cups of water
3 potatoes (peeled and halved)
4 whole corn on the cobs

Steps:

  • Season oxtails with seasonings in a bowl.
  • Add oxtails and remaining ingredients to the Instant Pot.
  • Set pressure to high and cook for 55 minutes.
  • Allow for a natural release.

PUERTO RICAN OXTAIL SOUP



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Oxtails produce wonderful soup and are used in cooking around the world. This is one from Maria Luisa Scott and Jack Denton Scott's "A World of Pasta". It is great during the summer when corn is in season and can be cut fresh from the cob.

Provided by Acerast

Categories     Meat

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 quarts beef broth
2 lbs oxtails or 2 lbs beef shins
2 tomatoes, skinned and quartered
2 medium onions, quartered
3 ears corn on the cob, cut corn from the cob or 1 1/2 cups frozen corn
2 small green peppers, seeded and quartered
3 garlic cloves
1/3 cup fresh coriander or 1/3 cup fresh parsley
2 medium zucchini, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
1/2 cup tomato puree
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 ounces orzo pasta

Steps:

  • In a large kettle, place the beef broth, oxtais, tomatoes, onions, corn, peppers, garlic, coriander and zucchini.
  • Bring to a boil, cover and simmer for 1 hour, or until the oxtails and vegetables are fork-tender.
  • With a skimmer or a slotted spoon, take the vegetables from the pot and place into a blender or food processor.
  • Add 3/4 cup of the stock from the pot and blend briefly at low speed with the lid ajar to allow steam to escape and then at high speed for 30 seconds. (Be careful - hot foods covered and processed in a blender can cause the top to "pop" and you may be burned. Allow for a bit of steam to escape).
  • Pour the vegetable puree back into the pot.
  • Stir in the tomato puree, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil and add the orzo.
  • Cook over medium heat, uncovered, stirring, for 5 minutes, or until the past is still a bit chewy.
  • The meat will have cooked from the bones.
  • Remove and but up the meat and return to the pot; discarding the bones.
  • Taste for seasoning; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 1, Sodium 978.5, Carbohydrate 36.5, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 8, Protein 8.7

SPANISH-STYLE OXTAIL STEW



Spanish-Style Oxtail Stew image

Famous in the south of Spain, this is simple to make and perfect for fall and winter season.

Provided by jetman

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 4h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons olive oil
4 pounds beef oxtail, cut into pieces
2 onions, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 green bell pepper, chopped
4 cups dry white wine
1 cup beef broth
1 (1 ounce) square unsweetened chocolate
3 bay leaves
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons paprika
2 carrots, thickly sliced

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat until smoking. Brown the oxtail in batches, and set aside. Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the pot; cook, stirring constantly, until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour in white wine, bring to a simmer, and cook for 5 minutes. Add browned oxtail, beef broth, chocolate, and bay leaves. Return to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 3 hours.
  • Season with salt and paprika, stir in carrots, recover, and allow to simmer until carrots are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1013.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 332.9 mg, Fat 50.3 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 95.3 g, SaturatedFat 19.5 g, Sodium 929.2 mg, Sugar 7 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right oxtails: Look for oxtails that are meaty and have a good amount of marbling. Avoid oxtails that are too fatty or have a lot of sinew.
  • Soak the oxtails: Soaking the oxtails in cold water for several hours or overnight will help to remove any impurities and make the meat more tender.
  • Brown the oxtails: Browning the oxtails in a pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat will help to develop flavor and color.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Puerto Rican oxtail soup typically includes a variety of vegetables, such as potatoes, carrots, celery, and onions. Other vegetables that can be added include bell peppers, corn, and tomatoes.
  • Use a flavorful broth: The broth is an important part of Puerto Rican oxtail soup. Use a good-quality beef broth or chicken broth, or make your own broth using ox bones.
  • Season the soup to taste: Puerto Rican oxtail soup is typically seasoned with a variety of spices, such as garlic, cumin, oregano, and bay leaves. Season the soup to your own taste.
  • Serve with rice or bread: Puerto Rican oxtail soup is often served with rice or bread. This helps to soak up the flavorful broth.

Conclusion:

Puerto Rican oxtail soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is a popular dish in Puerto Rico and is also enjoyed in many other countries around the world. With its tender meat, flavorful broth, and variety of vegetables, Puerto Rican oxtail soup is a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone.

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