Caldeirada de Cabrito (Angolan Goat Stew)
A hearty and flavorful goat stew, Caldeirada de Cabrito is a traditional Angolan dish often prepared for special occasions. It combines tender goat meat with aromatic spices, vegetables, and sometimes Portuguese influences like chouriço, simmered in a rich broth.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1.5 kg Goat meat(cut into 2-inch cubes)
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 large Onions(chopped)
- 6 cloves Garlic cloves(minced)
- 2 large Bell peppers(mixed colors, chopped)
- 400 g Tomatoes(diced)
- 2 medium Potatoes(peeled and cubed)
- 2 medium Sweet potatoes(peeled and cubed)
- 250 ml Dry white wine
- 500 ml Water or chicken stock
- 2 tbsp Piri piri sauce(or to taste)
- 1 tbsp Paprika
- 100 g Chouriço (optional)(sliced)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, toss the goat meat with olive oil, minced garlic, piri piri sauce, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 3-4 hours, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
💡 Tip: Marinating tenderizes the meat and infuses it with flavor. - 2
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the marinated goat meat and brown it on all sides. This may need to be done in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot.
⏱️ 5-7 minutes - 3
Add the chopped onions and bell peppers to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
⏱️ 5-7 minutes - 4
Stir in the diced tomatoes and paprika. Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
⏱️ 2 minutes - 5
Pour in the white wine and scrape the bottom of the pot to loosen any browned bits. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
⏱️ 5 minutes - 6
Add the cubed potatoes and sweet potatoes, water or stock, and chouriço (if using). Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the goat meat is very tender.
⏱️ 1.5 - 2 hours💡 Tip: Check periodically and add more liquid if the stew becomes too dry. - 7
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well before serving.
💡 Tip: Adjust seasoning as needed.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a deeper flavor, marinate the goat meat overnight.
- ✓If you don't have piri piri sauce, use your favorite hot sauce.
- ✓Serve with rice, funge, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
🔄 Variations
- Add other root vegetables like carrots or parsnips.
- For a spicier stew, add more piri piri sauce or fresh chili peppers.