Goat Soup

Name: Goat Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 80 min
Total time: 95 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Liberian
Ingredients: 1 kg goat meat on the bone, cut into pieces; 3 large potatoes, cubed; 2 carrots, chopped; 1 large onion, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 inches ginger, grated; 3 scotch bonnet peppers; 2 bouillon cubes; 1 tsp thyme; Salt to taste; 6 cups water

Goat Soup (goht soup)

Hearty Goat Meat Soup

⏱ Prep Time 1 hour 30 min

📈 Difficulty Medium

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 422 kcal

A robust, meaty soup simmered with whole goat pieces, root vegetables, and aromatic spices until the broth is deeply flavourful and the meat falls off the bone.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 34.0g

Carbs 22.0g

Fat 22.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

dairy-free nut-free

Equipment Needed

large pot wooden spoon

Presentation Guide

Vessel: deep bowl

Garnishes: thyme sprig, pepper slices

Accompaniments: rice, bread, fufu

Ingredients

1 kg goat meat on the bone, cut into pieces
3 large potatoes, cubed
2 carrots, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 inches ginger, grated
3 scotch bonnet peppers
2 bouillon cubes
1 tsp thyme
Salt to taste
6 cups water

Instructions

1
Season goat meat with salt, garlic, ginger, and thyme. Boil until tender, about 1 hour.
2
Add potatoes, carrots, onion, peppers, and bouillon.
3
Simmer 20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
4
Adjust seasoning. The broth should be rich and full-bodied.
5
Serve in deep bowls with bread or rice.

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Did You Know?

Liberians believe the bones make the broth — goat soup must be cooked with bone-in meat, and chewing the bones is considered the best part.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

large pot
wooden spoon

Garnishing

thyme sprig, pepper slices

Accompaniments

rice, bread, fufu

The Story Behind Goat Soup

Goat soup is a staple of Liberian celebratory cooking. Goats have been raised across Liberia for centuries, and the whole-animal cooking philosophy ensures every part contributes flavour. The soup is a fixture at holidays, funerals, and weekend family gatherings.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed dinner, celebrations, weekends 📜 Origins: Traditional Liberian meat cooking

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