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.

Curried Goat (Guyanese Style)
⏱ 180 min 👨‍🍳 hard 🍽 4 servings

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Mise en Place: Curried Goat (Guyanese Style)
Mise en Place – Curried Goat (Guyanese Style)

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Wash goat meat, pat dry, and marinate with 2 tbsp curry powder, salt, and pepper. Let sit for at least 30 minutes, preferably overnight.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. Cover and simmer for at least 2 hours, or until the meat is very tender. Stir occasionally and add more liquid if needed.
  6. 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.
  7. Remove Scotch Bonnet pepper before serving (if used whole). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice, roti, or flatbread.

Nutrition

750 kcal · 60g Protein · 40g Carbs · 40g Fat