Slow Cooker Smoked Oxtail and Sweet Potato Stew - A Hearty and Flavorful Dish

This slow cooker smoked oxtail and sweet potato stew is the perfect comfort food for chilly days. The smoky flavors of the oxtail pair beautifully with the sweetness of the sweet potatoes and create a rich and flavorful stew. The slow cooking process ensures that the meat becomes tender and succulent, while the sweet potatoes add a creamy and earthy element to the dish. Serve this stew with crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 3 pounds oxtail, cut into pieces
• 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the spice mixture all over the oxtail pieces.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, brown the oxtail pieces on all sides. Transfer the browned oxtail to the slow cooker.
3. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, celery, and carrots. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
4. Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the slow cooker with the oxtail.
5. Add the diced sweet potatoes, beef broth, red wine, bay leaves, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, dried thyme, dried rosemary, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using) to the slow cooker. Stir well to combine.
6. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the oxtail is tender and falling off the bone.
7. Once cooked, remove the bay leaves and taste the stew. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
8. Serve the slow cooker smoked oxtail and sweet potato stew hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
9. Enjoy!

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