Curried Goat (Guyanese Style)
Curried Goat is a popular and hearty dish enjoyed across many Caribbean nations, particularly in Guyana. Goat meat is slow-braised in a rich and aromatic curry sauce with potatoes and Caribbean spices. The result is incredibly tender meat and a deeply flavorful, spicy gravy.
⏱ 180 min
👨🍳 hard
🍽 4 servings
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Ingredients
- 1 kg Goat meat (bone-in), cubed
- 4 EL Curry powder (Caribbean style)
- 2 Onions, chopped
- 6 Zehen Garlic, minced
- 1 Stück (2cm) Ginger, grated
- 1 Scotch Bonnet pepper (whole or minced, to taste)
- 2 Large potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 400ml Coconut milk
- 500ml Water or broth
- 60ml Vegetable oil
- 1 TL Cumin
- 1 TL Garam Masala (optional)
- Frische Korianderblätter zum Garnieren Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Salz und Pfeffer Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Wash goat meat, pat dry, and marinate with 2 tbsp curry powder, salt, and pepper. Let sit for at least 30 minutes, preferably overnight.
- In a large, heavy pot or Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Brown marinated goat meat in batches on all sides. Set aside.
- Add onions to the same pot and sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic, ginger, and the remaining curry powder (2 tbsp) and toast for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Return browned goat meat to the pot. Add water or broth, coconut milk, and optional whole Scotch Bonnet pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for at least 2 hours, or until the meat is very tender. Stir occasionally and add more liquid if needed.
- Add cubed potatoes, cumin, and garam masala (if using). Continue to simmer for another 30-45 minutes until potatoes are tender and sauce has thickened.
- Remove Scotch Bonnet pepper before serving (if used whole). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice, roti, or flatbread.
Nutrition
750 kcal ·
60g Protein ·
40g Carbs ·
40g Fat