Jamaican Curry Goat with Coconut Rice 🇯🇲🍛
Servings: 4 people 👥
Preparation Time: 30 minutes ⏰
Cooking Time: 2 hours ⏰
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes ⏰
Ingredients:
For the Curry Goat:
2 lbs (900 g) goat meat, cut into chunks 🐐
2 tablespoons curry powder 🌶️
1 tablespoon allspice 🧂
1 teaspoon thyme 🌿
1 teaspoon paprika 🌶️
1 large onion, chopped 🧅
4 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced 🌿
1 Scotch bonnet pepper, chopped (seeds removed for less heat) 🌶️
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes 🍅
1 cup beef or chicken broth 🍲
1 cup coconut milk 🥥
2 tablespoons vegetable oil ⛽
2 tablespoons soy sauce 🍜
1 teaspoon brown sugar 🍯
Salt and pepper to taste ❗
Fresh cilantro for garnish 🌿
For the Coconut Rice:
1 cup long-grain rice 🍚
1 cup coconut milk 🥥
1 cup water 🍲
1 teaspoon salt ❗
1 tablespoon sugar 🍯
1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional) 🥥
Instructions:
Prepare the Curry Goat:
Season the goat meat with curry powder, allspice, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Brown the goat meat on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. 🐐🌶️
Add the chopped onion, garlic, ginger, and Scotch bonnet pepper to the pot. Sauté until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. 🧅🧄🌿🌶️
Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes. Pour in the beef or chicken broth, coconut milk, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine. 🍅🍲🥥🍜🍯
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the goat meat is tender and the sauce has thickened. Stir occasionally. 🐐
Prepare the Coconut Rice:
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. 🍚
In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, water, salt, and sugar. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. 🥥🍲🍯
Stir in the rinsed rice, reduce heat to low, and cover. Simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in shredded coconut, if using. 🥥
Serve:
Plate the curry goat with a serving of coconut rice. Garnish with fresh cilantro. 🌿
Tips and Variations:
Adjust Spice Level: For more or less heat, adjust the amount of Scotch bonnet pepper or omit it entirely. 🌶️
Add Vegetables: Incorporate vegetables like potatoes or carrots into the curry for added texture and flavor. 🥔🥕
Enjoy this flavorful and aromatic Jamaican Curry Goat with Coconut Rice, a true taste of the Caribbean! 🇯🇲🍛