Goat Water

Recipe courtesy of Montserrat, West Indies

Ingredients

• 6 lbs. goat meat
• 8-10 whole cloves
• 2 medium onions
• 2 medium sweet peppers
• 1 Tbsp. black pepper
• Fresh herbs and chives
• 4 oz. flour
• Salt to taste
• 1 1/2 Tbsp. coloring (browning)

Instructions

1. Cut the goat meat into serving pieces
2. Wash the meat in water and vinegar
3. Season for 10-15 minutes
4. Half fill a large pot with water
5. Bring to a boil and add the goat meat
6. Skim the pot when meat is about cooked
7. Add cloves, herbs and all the seasonings
8. Add the flour and browning and leave to boil at a simmer until the meat is tender.
9. Check consistency for correct thickness and color
10. Leave to simmer for a further 20 minutes