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Nutritional Values

🔥580kcal
💪38gProtein
🌾12gCarbs
🥑38gFat
🌿2gFibre
⚖️350 gServing

* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.

Granada Oxtail Stew

How to order / say it
Say it Rabo de Toro a la Granadina — [RAH-bo deh TAW-roh ah lah grah-nah-DEE-na]
Order I'd like the Granada oxtail stew, please.
Locally Me gustaría el rabo de toro a la granadina, por favor.
Say locally

A rich, slow-cooked oxtail stew typically served with vegetables.

Why try it?

This stew is a perfect example of Granada's deep connection to traditional Spanish cuisine, with influences from Andalusian culture. It represents the heartiness and bold flavors that characterize local cooking.

How it tastes

The stew offers a robust and savory flavor with tender meat that falls off the bone, accompanied by a sauce thickened with vegetables and wine.

Origin & History — first documented: 1700

Rabo de Toro, originated in the Andalusian region in the 18th century. Wine and local spices give it a distinctive taste, making it a cherished dish that has stood the test of time. It was likely brought to prominence by bullfighters celebrating successful matches.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 1 kg oxtail
  • 🍷 500 ml red wine
  • 🥕 200 g carrots
  • 🧄 150 g onions
  • 🧄 4 cloves garlic
  • 🫒 50 ml olive oil
  • 🌿 2 leaves bay leaf
  • 🌿 2 tsp thyme

Method

  1. 1 Brown the oxtail pieces in olive oil over medium heat.
  2. 2 Add chopped onions, garlic, and carrots; sauté until softened.
  3. 3 Pour in red wine, add herbs, and bring to a boil.
  4. 4 Cover and simmer until the meat is tender, about 2 hours.

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