St. Kitts Curried Goat with Rice
A rich and flavorful curried goat stew, slow-cooked to tender perfection and served with fluffy rice. This dish showcases the influence of Indian and African culinary traditions on the island.
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 lbs Goat meat(cut into 1.5-inch cubes)
- 2 large Onions(chopped)
- 6 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 tablespoon Ginger(grated)
- 1 small Scotch bonnet pepper(minced (seeds removed for less heat, optional))
- 3 tablespoons Curry powder
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 tablespoon Thyme(fresh, chopped)
- 4 whole Allspice berries
- 1 can (13.5 oz) Coconut milk
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 2 cups Rice(cooked, for serving)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Season the goat meat with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the goat meat on all sides. Remove the meat and set aside.
- 3
Add chopped onions to the pot and sauté until softened and lightly browned.
- 4
Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and minced scotch bonnet pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 5
Stir in the curry powder, turmeric powder, and cumin powder. Cook for another minute, stirring constantly, to toast the spices.
- 6
Return the browned goat meat to the pot. Add the chopped thyme, allspice berries, coconut milk, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
- 7
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 2 hours, or until the goat meat is very tender.
- 8
Stir occasionally, adding more chicken broth or water if the stew becomes too dry. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 9
Serve the curried goat hot over cooked rice.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a deeper flavor, marinate the goat meat in the curry spices, ginger, garlic, and scotch bonnet for at least 30 minutes (or overnight) before cooking.
- ✓Adjust the amount of scotch bonnet pepper to your spice preference.
- ✓If you don't have goat meat, lamb or beef can be substituted, but cooking times may vary.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add diced potatoes or sweet potatoes to the stew during the last hour of simmering.
- Stir in some fresh chopped cilantro just before serving.