My Jamaican Recipes

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Curry Goat

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs goat meat, cut into cubes
• 2 tablespoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 2 scallions, chopped
• 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and minced
• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon thyme leaves
• 2 potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
• 1 carrot, peeled and sliced
• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch, dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix the goat meat, curry powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. In a large pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the goat meat and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the onion, garlic, ginger, scallions, and Scotch bonnet pepper. Cook for 2 minutes.
4. Add the water and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 1 hour.
5. Add the potatoes, carrot, and chickpeas. Cook for an additional 30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
6. Add the cornstarch mixture and stir well. Cook for 2 minutes or until the sauce has thickened.
7. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot with rice and peas.