Goat Leather and Herb Braised Kid Goat Stew
A hearty kid goat stew slow-braised with tender goat leather pieces and aromatic herbs for a rich and deeply flavored dish. This french-inspired kid friendly ready in about 170 minutes pairs bone-in kid goat meat chunks, large, peeled and chopped carrots, large, diced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs, bone-in kid goat meat chunks
- 1/2 lb, cleaned and diced kid goat leather pieces
- 2 large, peeled and chopped carrots
- 1 large, diced onion
- 5 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 3 cups beef broth
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 leaves bay leaves
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a heavy Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 2 lbs bone-in kid goat meat chunks and brown on all sides for 6-8 minutes, then remove and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 large diced onion, 2 chopped carrots, and 5 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes until it darkens slightly. Pour in 1 cup dry red wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up browned bits.
- Step 4: Return the browned meat to the pot along with 1/2 lb diced cleaned kid goat leather pieces, 3 cups beef broth, 3 sprigs fresh thyme, 2 bay leaves, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Step 5: Cover and reduce heat to low. Braise gently for 2 to 2 1/2 hours until meat and leather are tender and the sauce thickens.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Goat Leather and Herb Braised Kid Goat Stew take to make?
Total time is about 170 minutes (20 min prep + 150 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Goat Leather and Herb Braised Kid Goat Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bone-in kid goat meat chunks from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Goat Leather and Herb Braised Kid Goat Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Goat Leather and Herb Braised Kid Goat Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Goat Leather and Herb Braised Kid Goat Stew?
French kid friendly like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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