Caribbean Oxtail Curry
Caribbean Oxtail Curry is a rich, slow-cooked stew featuring tender oxtail pieces simmered in a fragrant, coconut milk-based curry sauce. The dish is deeply flavored with a blend of Caribbean spices like allspice, scotch bonnet peppers, and thyme, often alongside butter beans, carrots, and potatoes. It originates from the Caribbean, with popular variations found in Jamaica, Trinidad, and other islands, reflecting a fusion of African, Indian, and indigenous culinary influences.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the vegetables and coconut milk. It is a good source of iron, zinc, and collagen from the oxtail, and provides a hearty range of B vitamins. A typical serving contains approximately 550-700 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 620 kcal |
| Protein | 38 g |
| Carbs | 22 g |
| Fat | 42 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Zinc | 9 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.2 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6 mg |
| Selenium | 28 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Collagen/Gelatin | Significant amount from slow-cooked connective tissue |
| Manganese | 0.6 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, oxtail curry is a prime example of the Caribbean's 'one-pot' cooking tradition, where tough, inexpensive cuts are transformed into luxurious meals through slow, patient cooking. Nutritionally, the slow-braising process breaks down the collagen in the oxtail into gelatin, which is beneficial for gut and joint health.
