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Ecua Style Stew Goat

Cultural Context

Originating from the highlands of Ecuador, Seco de Chivo is a traditional goat stew that reflects the country's rich agricultural heritage. This dish is often served during family gatherings and celebrations, showcasing the flavors of local ingredients. Today, it is enjoyed across Ecuador and has found its way into the hearts of food lovers worldwide, often adapted with various meats and spices to suit different palates.

EcuadorianECmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1.5 kg chivo (goat meat)
4 cups water
1/2 cup white vinegar
2 cups Santamaría rice
4 cups water (for rice)
1 white onion
2 green onions
achiote (to taste)
2-4 teaspoons salt (to taste)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 large onion (for refrito)
2 garlic cloves
1 red bell pepper
1 green bell pepper
1 chili pepper
1 tomato (peeled and diced)
1 teaspoon oregano
chicha de jora (for blending)
juice of 2 lemons (optional)

goat meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than goat.

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Chicken broth adds flavor without alcohol.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lighter and can be made at home.

1

Wash the goat meat thoroughly under running water.

2

Submerge the goat meat in a pot with 4 cups of water and add 1/2 cup of white vinegar. Let it sit for 5 minutes to remove any odor.

3

Prepare 2 cups of Santamaría rice and 4 cups of water for cooking the rice. Add the rice to the water in a pot.

4

Add a splash of achiote to the rice for color and flavor, along with 2-4 teaspoons of salt. Stir and let it cook.

5

Season the goat meat with approximately 1 teaspoon of ground cumin and mix well.

6

Coat the goat meat with 3/4 cup of all-purpose flour for better sealing when cooking.

7

Prepare the refrito by heating a non-stick skillet and adding a splash of achiote oil.

8

Add diced onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent.

9

Add 2 minced garlic cloves, diced red and green bell peppers, and diced chili pepper to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes.

10

Add diced tomato to the refrito and cook until everything is well combined.

11

Add 1 teaspoon of oregano to the refrito and mix well before transferring to a blender.

12

Blend the refrito with chicha de jora until smooth and reserve it.

13

In the same skillet, sear the goat meat until browned on all sides, adding salt to taste (about 2 teaspoons).

14

Pour the blended refrito over the browned goat meat and mix well.

Cooking Techniques

browningsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

potnon-stick skilletblender

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

Seco de Chivo

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