The Best Authentic Jamaican Curry Goat Recipe
Curry Goat is definitely in our top 5 favorite Jamaican dishes, and we’re sure it’ll be a part of yours also. The Jamaican Curry flavor pairs with every other seasoning so well, plus the tenderness and flavors from the goat itself will have you wanting to make this dish over and over again. Curry goat, also known as mutton in the Jamaican culture, is a staple in the traditional Jamaican Sunday Dinner and at big parties and events.
What is a Jamaican curry goat?
Jamaican curry goat is a traditional dish from Jamaica. It’s made with goat meat marinated in curry powder and spices.
Then, it’s slow-cooked until tender. It’s served with rice and peas or plain rice.
It’s a popular dish in Jamaican cuisine. The dish’s rich flavor and tender meat are well-known.
What does Jamaican curry goat taste like?
Jamaican curry goat has a rich and savory flavor. It’s spicy and slow-cooked. This allows the flavors to develop.
The result is tender and succulent meat infused with the flavors of spices and aromatics.
Many other cultures enjoy making Curry goat; it isn’t only common in Jamaica and the Caribbean.
It is indigenous to parts of Southeast Asia and India, which are known for the origins of Curry.
East Indians introduced Jamaica to Curry Goat, which I can faithfully say is one of our most famous curry dishes.
What is Jamaican curry goat made up of?
Curry Goat Recipe is made up of a lot of different spices, the first being curry powder of course.
But you can’t forget our scotch bonnet pepper, garlic, thyme, pimento, onions, sweet pepper, turmeric, and like I always say we put a little jerk seasoning in everything, but not too much since it’s curry goat.
But those are just a few of the seasonings we use. We’ll list them all in the recipe below.
How long does it take to cook Jamaican curry goat?
Cooking Jamaican curry goat takes around 2.5 to 3 hours. The cooking time may vary. It depends on factors like the size of the goat pieces.
Also, the cooking method matters. This includes stovetop, pressure cooker, and slow cooker. It also depends on how tender you want the meat.
You must cook the goat until it’s tender and tasty. This lets the spices blend.
Curry Goat Ingredients
- Goat meat
- Curry Powder
- Adobo
- Complete Seasoning
- Black Pepper
- Jerk Seasoning
- Onion Powder
- Paprika
- Green Seasoning
- Oregano
- Ground Turmeric
- Fresh Minced Garlic
- Ram it up
- Pimento Seed (All Spice)
- Scotch Bonnet Pepper
- Raw Onion
- Sweet pepper
- Thyme
- Ginger
- Potato
How to make Jamaican Curry Goat
- Wash your goat meat.
- Now it’s time to season your meat and refrigerate overnight.
- To a hot pot add 1 tsp of Minced Garlic and water. (We like to use water instead of oil to cook our Goat because we don’t like our goat to be too oily.
- When that starts to bubble, add curry powder to the pot with pimento seeds to ‘burn’
- When the Curry starts to brown add your goat meat so it can brown in the pot.
- When all the meat is brown add water to the bowl you seasoned the meat in and cut up onions, sweet pepper, thyme, ginger, and scotch bonnet pepper.
- Cover the pot and let meat boil for 2-3 hours or until soft (check every half hour to add water if necessary )
- After your meat is soft, add your potatoes and scallions.
- Now it’s time to season the pot again.
- Now you are all done time to serve and Enjoy!
What do we normally eat with curry goat?
There is a debate on whether Curry goat is best with white rice or rice and peas. But in our opinion, it’s good either way. Goats can be eaten with roti, But here we made ours with white rice.
How do you tenderize goat meat for curry?
Cook the goat meat over low heat. This allows the collagen in the meat to break down. It makes the meat tender and juicy.
What is the best spice for goat meat?
The best spice for goat meat is subjective. It depends on your taste and the recipe you’re making. But as a Jamaica, curry goes best on goat.
Is Jamaican curry goat healthy?
Jamaican curry goat can be part of a healthy diet. You need to eat it in moderation and use nutritious ingredients. It’s all about part size and cooking methods.
Is curry goat healthier than curry chicken?
The healthiness of curry goat and curry chicken depends on how much you eat, how you cook, and what you use.
Both can be part of a healthy diet. This is true when they use lean cuts of meat, a few added fats, and many vegetables.
Yet, goat meat tends to have more calories and fat than chicken. So, curry chicken may be healthier with fewer calories and fat.
Does goat get more tender the longer you cook it?
Yes, cooking goat meat for a longer time tends to make it more tender. This is because cooking breaks down the tough collagen in the meat. This makes the meat softer.
Why is my curry goat tough?
Your goat may be tough due to insufficient cooking time or using a tougher cut of meat.
What is the difference between curry mutton and curry goat?
Curry mutton and curry goat are both popular Caribbean dishes. They are especially popular in Jamaican cuisine. But, they differ in the type of meat used:
- Curry Mutton: This dish uses mutton, which is the meat of mature sheep. Mutton tends to have a stronger flavor and a denser texture compared to goat meat. A spice blend seasons curry mutton. It includes curry powder. Cook the meat until it becomes tender and tasty.
- Curry Goat: In contrast, people make goat using goat meat, which comes from mature goats. Goat meat has a distinctive flavor often described as gamier and more robust than mutton. Like curry mutton. A blend of spices, including curry powder, seasons curry goat. Cook the meat until it is tender and flavorful.
Curry Goat FAQs
Is Curry Goat better than curry chicken?
Both curry goat and curry chicken are amazing so it is just up to preference when it comes to which is better.
But, goat meat is often considered to be healthier than chicken or other meat options.
Usually, the goat can have a slightly sweet flavor and is great to use in many different dishes.
Chicken, on the other hand, has a neutral taste that makes it easy to pair with flavor-heavy sauces and seasonings.
Is eating goat meat healthy?
The health benefits of goat meat compared to other meats are mind-blowing. It is a healthier alternative to all the other red meats.
It has less fat and saturated fat, it is a very lean and nutritious cut of meat compared to lamb, chicken, or beef.
Goat are iron and protein-rich. We also have a specific way we cook our goat; we don’t like our goat to be oily so instead of cooking it in oil, we use water, which is much healthier.
What part of a goat is a curry?
Which part of the goat is best for Curry? filling it will flavor. You need meat with bones that can sustain long slow cooking.
Parts of the goat such as the shank, leg, shoulder, and neck are best for this curry dish. But absolutely any meat and any party of it can be curried.
What does Curry Goat taste like?
The goat tastes like lamb but is far leaner. (Lamb is the fattiest of the red meats.)
It’s very popular in various countries’ cuisines mainly in Caribbean countries. But so many more countries have developed a love for curry goat.
What nationality makes the Best curry?
As Jamaicans, we are biased that we have the best everything best curry, the best food, the best music and so much more lol.
But many beg to differ haha some say India is at the top of the list to visit for authentic curries and different types of curry.
What makes a curry taste better?
In Jamaica, we “Burn” the curry heating the curry in hot oil to unleash the and release flavor of the curry.
How do you thicken curry goat sauce?
Simmer the curry goat uncovered over low heat. This lets extra liquid evaporate, which will thicken the sauce.
Keep an eye on it to prevent the sauce from becoming too thick or sticking to the bottom of the pot.
Why does my curry goat taste bitter?
Your curry goat may taste bitter. This could be due to burnt spices or too much turmeric.
It could also be due to overcooked onions or garlic. Or, it could be due to the use of bitter ingredients.
Do you soak goat meat before cooking?
Soaking goat meat is not a required step for cooking it. But, we Jamaicans soak it in water, vinegar, and lime or lemon juice for at least 10 minutes.
This can help to tenderize and clean the goat meat.
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The Best Jamaican Curry Goat Recipe Ever
Ingredients
- 3 lbs Goat meat
- 4-5 tbsp curry powder all depends on the amount of goat you have
- 2 tbsp Adobo
- 3 tbsp Complete Seasoning
- 3 tbsp Black Pepper
- 1 tbsp Jerk Seasoning
- 2 tbsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1 tsp Oregano
- 3 pegs Garlic plus one more to add to the pot before adding the goat
- 6 Pimento Seed All Spice
- Water as needed
- 1 Ram it up Optional but recommended
- 1/2 Scotch Bonnet Pepper
- 1/4 cup onion
- 1/4 cup sweet pepper
- 3 stems Thyme
- 2 tbsp Ginger
- 2 Medium Potato cubed
Instructions
- Wash your goat meat in a mix of vinegar, lime and water (let it soak for at least 15 mins). Then rinse the meat off with water
- Now it’s time to season your meat. Add your dry seasonings; Curry powder, Cayenne, Adobo, Jerk Seasoning, Complete Seasoning, Black Pepper, Minced Garlic, Onion Powder and Oregano.
- Rub it all together and place it in the fridge overnight for all those seasonings to infuse I’m the meat.
- Take meat out of the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for at least 10-15 mins.
- To a hot pot add 1 tsp of Minced Garlic and 1/4 cup of water. (We like to use water instead of oil to cook our Goat because we don’t like our goat to be too oily.
- When that starts to bubble, add 1 tsp of curry powder to the pot with 4 pimento seeds
- When the Curry starts to brown add your goat meat so it can brown in the pot
- When all the meat is brown add about 2 cups of water to the bowl you seasoned the meat in and cut up onions, sweet pepper, thyme, ginger and scotch bonnet pepper.
- Cover the pot and let that boil for 2-3 hours (keep adding water if water drys out within those hours). (check every half hour to add water if necessary )
- After your meat is soft now is time to add your potatoes and scallions
- If there is not enough water in the pot add 1 cup
- Now it’s time to season the pot again with 1 tsp of Adobo, 1 tsp of Complete Seasoning, 1 tsp of Black Pepper, 1 tsp of salt(to taste)
- Let that boil for 15 mins (or until potatoes are soft)
- Now your all done time to serve
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Comments (7)
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September 1, 2021 at 5:51 pm
First! Yo this is a serious treat. The cooking video makes the cooking process look so simple to make. Love this meal. In my Top 3 all time favorite meal.
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February 19, 2024 at 12:30 am
This recipe came out soooo good thank you!!
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March 15, 2024 at 2:22 am
Great recipe. Very well seasoned and packed with flavor.
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September 17, 2024 at 3:53 pm
Just follow the the recipe and the ingredients and you will make the best curry goat no more buying takeaway best you will ever make.😋.
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