Roasted Goat with Broccoli
Prep
20 mins
Cook
45 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
This roasted goat with broccoli is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in just over an hour with minimal fuss. Goat meat is incredibly lean and packed with protein, making it a nutritious choice that feels fancy without breaking the bank. The beauty of this dish is how the tender, herb infused meat mingles with caramelized broccoli florets, all roasted together in one pan. Fresh rosemary and thyme perfume everything beautifully, while a splash of balsamic vinegar adds depth to the pan juices. Trust me, once you try this, you'll find yourself making it again and again.
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Ingredients
- 1½ kggoat shoulder or leg(cut into 5cm chunks)
- 600 gbroccoli florets
- 4 tablespoonsolive oil
- 6garlic cloves(minced)
- 3 sprigsfresh rosemary
- 4 sprigsfresh thyme
- 1lemon(zest and juice)
- 1½ teaspoonssea salt
- ¾ teaspoonsblack pepper(freshly ground)
- 1red onion(cut into wedges)
- 250 mlchicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoonsbalsamic vinegar
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan). Pat the goat meat dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
Tip: Dry meat develops a better crust when roasted; moisture prevents browning.
- 2
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large roasting pan over medium-high heat. Working in batches, sear the goat pieces for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
Tip: Don't overcrowd the pan; this ensures proper browning rather than steaming.
- 3
In the same pan, add the remaining olive oil and sauté the minced garlic and red onion wedges for 2 minutes until fragrant. Deglaze the pan with the broth, scraping up any browned bits.
Tip: Deglazing captures all the flavorful caramelized bits stuck to the bottom.
- 4
Return the seared goat to the pan, add the rosemary and thyme sprigs, lemon zest, and pour in the remaining broth. Cover the pan with foil and transfer to the oven.
Tip: Covering with foil keeps the meat moist while roasting.
- 5
Roast for 30 minutes until the goat is tender. Meanwhile, toss the broccoli florets with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
Tip: Timing the broccoli prep ensures it roasts at the right moment for ideal crispness.
- 6
Remove the pan from the oven and stir in the balsamic vinegar. Arrange the seasoned broccoli florets around the goat meat in the pan.
Tip: Placing broccoli on top prevents it from becoming soggy in the liquid.
- 7
Return to the oven uncovered for 12-15 minutes until the broccoli is tender with crispy edges and the goat reaches your desired doneness.
Tip: Uncovered roasting allows the broccoli to caramelize beautifully.
- 8
Remove from the oven and finish with fresh lemon juice squeezed over the top. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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