Curried Goat with Dumplings

Ingredients

• 2 pounds goat meat
• 3 tablespoons curry powder
• 2 medium onions
• 4 cloves garlic
• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
• 2 cups dumpling flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 whole scotch bonnet pepper
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 medium potatoes
• 4 cups chicken broth

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut the goat meat into 1-inch pieces and set aside.

2. 2

   In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing for about 5 minutes until softened.

3. 3

   Stir in the curry powder and fresh thyme, cooking for an additional 2 minutes to release the spices' aroma.

4. 4

   Add the goat meat to the pot, stirring to coat it in the curry mixture. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the meat is browned on all sides.

5. 5

   Pour in the chicken broth and add the whole scotch bonnet pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, until the goat meat is tender.

6. 6

   While the goat is cooking, peel and chop the carrots and potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Add these to the pot during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

7. 7

   In a separate bowl, combine the dumpling flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add water, mixing until a soft dough forms.

8. 8

   Once the goat meat is tender, drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough into the pot. Cover and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes until the dumplings are fluffy and cooked through.

9. 9

   Remove the scotch bonnet pepper and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme if desired.