Ingredients
- 3 Lbs Goat Meat
- 2 ½ tbsp Jamaican Curry Powder
- 1 tsp Ground Ginger
- 1 tsp All-purpose Seasoning
- 1 tsp Allspice
- 1 chopped Onion
- 6 cloves sliced Garlic
- 3 sprigs Thyme
- 2 tablespoons Oil
- 1 cup Water
- 1 Scotch Bonnet
- 1 large Russet Potato
- To taste Salt
- To taste Pepper
Instructions
7 steps · ~60 minutes total
Step 1
QT Pressure cooker Instructions
3 minutesStep 2
Rinse goat meat with vinegar and water.
3 minutesStep 3
Season goat meat with 1 ½ tablespoon curry powder, all-purpose seasoning, ground ginger, allspice, onion, garlic cloves, and thyme. Marinate for at least 4 hours or up to overnight.
30 minutesFor best results, marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.Step 4
Remove onion and garlic from goat and set aside.
3 minutesBe careful not to burn garlic — it turns bitter quickly. Add it after other aromatics.Step 5
Set an electric pressure cooker, like an Instant Pot, on high sauté and add oil. Add goat meat and brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove goat from insert and add 1 tablespoon oil and remaining curry powder and sauté for about 10 seconds. Then add onions and garlic and sauté until softened. About 4 minutes. If the onions look dry, add a little water and continue to sauté.
8 minutesMake sure your pan is hot before adding oil — this prevents sticking.Step 6
Add goat and water to the pressure cooker and cover the pressure cooker. Cook for 40 minutes on high pressure. Allow to naturally release for 10 minutes, then release the remaining pressure.
5 minutesStep 7
Once all the pressure has been released, open the pressure cooker. Place on sauté for 10-15 minutes, add potatoes and a whole scotch bonnet pepper. Cook until potatoes have softened. Remove scotch bonnet pepper.
8 minutesMake sure your pan is hot before adding oil — this prevents sticking.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your jamaican meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Jamaican Curry Goat is a beloved dish from Jamaican cuisine, originating in Jamaica. With a total preparation time of about 60 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Jamaican cuisine is a vibrant fusion of flavors from Africa, Europe, and Asia. Known for its bold seasonings, jerk-style cooking, and tropical ingredients.
This recipe is rated hard difficulty and uses 14 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
For Jamaican Curry Goat, it's best to use bone-in goat meat, preferably from young goats, as it is more tender and flavorful.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.






