South African Oxtail Potjiekos (Oxtails)

South African Oxtail Potjiekos is a traditional and culturally significant dish in South Africa. This flavorful recipe represents a blend of influences from indigenous South African tribes, Dutch settlers, and Malay immigrants, making it a symbol of the country's rich culinary heritage. Oxtail Potjiekos is a hearty stew prepared with oxtail meat, known for its tenderness and rich flavor. The name "Potjiekos" comes from the Afrikaans word "potjie," meaning a small pot or cauldron, and "kos," meaning food. This dish is traditionally cooked in a cast-iron potjie over an open flame, emphasizing its rustic and communal nature. Ingredients 2 Onions Cut into rings 4 tbsp Oil 1/8 Cup Flour - Wheat Flour 1 tsp Salt 1 tsp Pepper Powder 4 1/2 lbs Oxtail Cut into about 5 cm long pieces 1/2 cup White Wine Vinegar 3/4 cup Brown Sugar 5 Carrots Cleaned and cut into large chunks 4 Potatoes Cleaned and cut into quarters 1 pkt Oxtail soup powder Prep Time: 15 Minutes (8 Pieces)