Authentic Filipino Oxtail Kare-Kare with Peanut Sauce

In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the oxtail pieces over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes until well-seared on all sides. Remove the oxtail and set aside.

Add 1 tablespoon cooking oil to the pot. Sauté the chopped onion for 3-5 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Return the browned oxtail to the pot. Pour in the beef broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the oxtail is very tender and nearly falling off the bone.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, rice flour, dissolved annatto powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Gradually add 1 cup of the hot broth from the oxtail pot to this mixture, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.

Pour the peanut butter mixture into the pot with the oxtail. Stir well to combine and continue to simmer over low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.

Serve hot with steamed white rice and a side of bagoong alamang (fermented shrimp paste).