Jamaican Goat Curry

Method

1. 1

   If you can find Jamaican curry powder, definitely use it. If not, use regular curry powder and add the allspice to it. You will need at least 6 tablespoons of spices for this stew, and you can kick it up to 8-9 depending on how spicy you like it.

   6-8 Tbsp curry powder1 Tbsp allspice (see step 1)3 pounds goat (can use lamb or beef if you can't find goat)1 15-ounce can of tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
2. 2

   Cut the meat into large chunks, maybe 2-3 inches across. If you have bones, you can use them, too. Salt everything well and set aside to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes.

   3 pounds goat (can use lamb or beef if you can't find goat)Salt1 15-ounce can of tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes5 Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
3. 3

   Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Mix in 2 tablespoons of the curry powder and heat until fragrant.

   1/4 cup vegetable oil6-8 Tbsp curry powder
4. 4

   Pat the meat dry and brown well in the curried oil. Do this in batches and don’t overcrowd the pot. It will take a while to do this, maybe 30 minutes or so. Set the browned meat aside in a bowl. (When all the meat is browned, if you have bones, add them and brown them, too.)

   1/4 cup vegetable oil3 pounds goat (can use lamb or beef if you can't find goat)
5. 5

   Add the onions and habanero to the pot and sauté, stirring from time to time, until the onions just start to brown, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle some salt over them as they cook. Add the ginger and garlic, mix well and sauté for another 1-2 minutes. Put the meat (and bones, if using) back into the pot, along with any juices left in the bowl. Mix well.

   Salt2 onions, chopped1-2 habanero or Scotch bonnet peppers, seeded and choppedA 2-inch piece of ginger, peeled and minced1 head of garlic, peeled and chopped
6. 6

   Pour in the coconut milk and tomatoes and 5 tablespoons of the curry powder. Stir to combine. If you are using 2 cans of coconut milk, add 3 cups of water. If you’re only using 1 can, add 4 cups of water. Add the thyme. Bring to a simmer and let it cook until the meat is falling-apart tender, which will take at least 2 hours. Longer if you have a mature goat.

   6-8 Tbsp curry powder3 pounds goat (can use lamb or beef if you can't find goat)1-2 15-ounce cans coconut milk1 15-ounce can of tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes1 Tbsp dried thyme3-4 cups water
7. 7

   Once the meat is close to being done – tender but not falling apart yet – Add the potatoes and mix in. The stew is done when the potatoes are. Taste for salt and add some if it needs it.

   Salt5 Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
8. 8

   You might need to skim off the layer of fat at the top of the curry before serving. Do this with a large, shallow spoon, skimming into a bowl. Also, be sure to remove any bones before you serve the curry. The stew is better the day after, or even several days after, the day you make it. Serve with Jamaican rice and peas , a coconut rice with kidney beans. Did you love the recipe? Let us know with a rating and review!

   6-8 Tbsp curry powder3 pounds goat (can use lamb or beef if you can't find goat)1-2 15-ounce cans coconut milk