Instant Pot Goat Curry Recipe

A deeply flavorful, tender Instant Pot Goat Curry made with warming spices and melt-in-your-mouth meat in just 30 minutes of pressure cooking. Inspired by both Indian and Caribbean curry traditions, this easy one-pot meal is perfect for busy nights or family gatherings.

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Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Caribbean-Inspired, Indian, Jamaican

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 30

Marinating: 8

Total Time: 45

Servings: servings

Calories: 385kcal

Cost: $18–$22

Equipment

Instant Pot (6 qt min) or any electric pressure cooker
Sharp knife for trimming meat
Cutting board sturdy, for safe meat prep
Measuring spoons for precise spice measurement
Wooden Spoon ideal for stirring without scratching

Ingredients

2 pounds Goat meat bone-in, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
3 tablespoons Vegetable or coconut oil
2 Onions large, finely diced
4 cloves Garlic minced
2 tablespoons Fresh ginger grated (or ginger garlic paste)
2 Tomatoes medium, diced
1 Potato cubed (optional, Caribbean style)
1 cup Water or chicken broth
Salt to taste
3 tablespoons Curry powder Jamaican-style for Caribbean version
1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
1 teaspoon Ground cumin
1 teaspoon Ground coriander
1 teaspoon Garam masala for Indian style
½ teaspoon Black pepper
¼ teaspoon Cayenne pepper adjust for heat
2 Bay leaves whole
3–4 Cardamom pods optional, Indian style
1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice for garnish
1 Scotch bonnet pepper optional, whole for heat
Fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish
¼ cup Coconut milk optional, for Indian style finish

Instructions

Marinate goat meat with spices and let it rest for up to 8 hours.
Sauté onions, garlic, and ginger in the Instant Pot until soft and golden.
Add tomatoes, spices, and goat meat. Stir well to combine.
Add water or broth, seal the Instant Pot, and cook on high pressure for 30 minutes.
Allow pressure to release naturally. Open the lid and simmer to reduce if needed.
Stir in lime juice, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot.

Notes

For a deeper flavor, marinate the goat meat overnight. Adjust the heat by adding or omitting the scotch bonnet pepper.

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