Peppered goat meat is a popular dish in many parts of the world, particularly in West Africa and the Caribbean. It is a flavorful and spicy dish that is made by marinating goat meat in a mixture of spices, herbs, and peppers, then grilling or frying it to perfection. In this blog post, we will provide you with an easy way to make delicious peppered goat meat that will leave your taste buds tingling.
Ingredients
- 1 pound goat meat (you can use beef or mutton as a substitute if goat meat is not available)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (optional)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves
- 2 allspice
Preparing the Marinade
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (optional)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Blend the ingredients until you get a smooth paste. Taste the marinade and adjust the seasoning accordingly.
Marinating the Goat Meat
Once the marinade is ready, it’s time to marinate the goat meat. Cut the goat meat into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large bowl. Pour the marinade over the goat meat and mix well to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Grilling or Frying the Goat Meat
After the goat meat has marinated for the desired amount of time, it’s time to cook it. You can either grill or fry the goat meat, depending on your preference.
To grill the goat meat, preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove the goat meat from the marinade and shake off excess. Grill the goat meat for 5-7 minutes per side, or until it is cooked through.
To fry the goat meat, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the goat meat from the marinade and shake off excess. Fry the goat meat for 5-7 minutes per side, or until it is cooked through.
Adding the Peppered Flavor
Once the goat meat is cooked, it’s time to add the peppered flavor. To do this, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add 2 chopped Scotch bonnet peppers (or any other hot pepper of your choice) and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until the peppers are fragrant.
Add 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper and 1/2 teaspoon of paprika to the skillet and stir for 1 minute. Add the cooked goat meat to the skillet and toss it in the peppered mixture until it is well coated.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve the peppered goat meat with a side of jollof rice, fried plantains, or roasted vegetables.
- Use the peppered goat meat in a wrap or sandwich, along with your favorite toppings.
- Add the peppered goat meat to a salad or soup for a protein-packed meal.
- Serve the peppered goat meat with a side of suya sauce or peanut sauce for a flavorful and spicy meal.
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