Jamaican Curry Goat Recipe

A Sunday favorite with deep, rich Jamaican flavors.
This Jamaican Curry Goat is a true yard-style comfort meal — tender pieces of goat slow-cooked in aromatic curry spices until they melt in your mouth. The gravy is thick, rich, and full of bold flavor that makes you want to lick the spoon! Serve it up with white rice or rice and peas for that perfect island balance.

jamaican curry goat recipe

Ingredients

  • 5 lbs goat meat, cleaned and cut into pieces
  • 4 tbsp Jamaican curry powder (preferably Beta pac )
  • 2–4 tbsp all-purpose seasoning
  • 2 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp scotch bonnet powder (optional)
  • 2 stalks scallion (chopped)
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 6 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 medium green bell pepper
  • 1 Scotch bonnet pepper,( whole or sliced for heat)
  • 4–6  pimento berries ( all spice)
  • 3–6 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 tbsp oil (to burn curry )
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 small potato, diced
  • 1–2 ginger
  • A splash of rum for flavor and tradition `
    gravy.






Instructions

  • Season the Meat:
  • In a large bowl, add goat meat, curry powder, garlic powder, onion powder , pimento berries , all-purpose seasoning, scallion, onion, garlic, thyme, splash of rum and Scotch bonnet. Mix well to coat every piece. Let it marinate for at least 2 hours (overnight is best).
  • Burn the Curry:
  • Heat oil in a heavy pot over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of curry powder and let it “burn” for about 30 seconds — this brings out the flavor and color.
  • Add the seasoned goat pieces to the pot stir then cover for about on 1–2hrs on medium heat .This allows it to produce its own juices
    Now pour in enough water to cover the meat. Add potato, add back fresh seasonings : onion, scallion , thyme , scotch bonnet pepper , green bell pepper and cover the pot. Cook on medium-low heat for a next 15mins or, until the goat is tender and the gravy thickens.
    Add diced potato in the last 15 minutes for a thicker gravy.
  • Taste & Serve:
    Adjust seasoning to your liking. Serve hot with white rice, rice and peas, or boiled food.


How to make Jamaican curry goat

Every spoonful of curry goat tastes like Sunday dinner at home — spicy, cozy, and full of love.


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