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How to prepare goat meat for Haitian goat stew, soup and fried goad.

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Haitian Goat Stew

Cultural Context

Haitian Goat Stew, or Tassot de Chèvre, is a beloved dish in Haiti, often enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings. The dish reflects the island's rich culinary heritage, combining African, French, and Caribbean influences. Traditionally, goat meat is marinated and slow-cooked with vibrant spices, resulting in a hearty and flavorful stew that brings people together. Today, variations exist globally, with many adapting the recipe to local tastes and available ingredients.

HaitianHTmain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 lbs goat meat
4 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
1 bell pepper
2 teaspoons thyme
1 scotch bonnet pepper
2 medium tomatoes
2 medium carrots
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cups water
1/4 cup parsley
2 green onions

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

goat meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than goat.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: serrano pepper

Jalapeños offer spice with less heat, while serranos are more accessible.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is budget-friendly.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

1

Clean goat meat by adding salt, lime juice, bitter orange juice, and vinegar; let it sit for at least 30 minutes to remove the smell.

2

Rinse the meat once after marinating.

3

Boil water and pour it over the goat meat to help tenderize it and remove any remaining smell; ensure the meat is submerged in the hot water.

4

For the marinade, mix nor chicken bouillon, Maggie seasoning, salt, oil, and additional lime or bitter orange juice to taste; let the meat marinate for at least 24 hours, preferably 48 to 72 hours.

5

After marinating, the goat can be cooked in a pressure cooker for 30-40 minutes or grilled on charcoal.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingbrowningsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifemixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Tassot de ChèvreHaitian Goat Curry

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