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instant opt oxtails with mashed potatoes
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Instant pot oxtails

Fall of the bone tender, quick and easy instant pot oxtail recipe. Warming and comforting dish that will be so good for a weekend dinner!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: instant pot oxtails
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 603kcal
Author: Tatiana

Equipment

  • Pressure cooker

Ingredients

  • 2,5 lb oxtails clean and pat dry
  • 1/2 onion
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 cup water or broth

Instructions

  • Add oil to the pot. Turn on SAUTE mode. once hot, add oxtail and brown on both sides, about 5 minutes ( make sure they are completely dry before adding to prevent oil splashing!)
  • Add chopped onion, water and spices and close and lock the lid. Set the pressure cooker to 1 hour Manual setting High pressure. Once cooked, let release naturally for 10-15 minutes.
  • Serve oxtails with your favorite side dish, pasta, potatoes or rice!

Notes

Feel free to add your favorite vegetables to the pot before sealing. They will get mushy but will add extra flavor to the dish.
Browning oxtails is not required but recommended to seal in moisture.

Nutrition

Calories: 603kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 70g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 249mg | Sodium: 2186mg | Potassium: 73mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 862IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 9mg