Dominican Chivo Guisado with Yuca and Aromatic Spices
Chivo Guisado is a flavorful goat stew with yuca, slow-cooked with aromatic spices for 2 hours, creating a hearty, authentic Dominican dish.
Chivo Guisado showcases the rich flavors of goat meat, combined with yuca for a traditional Dominican stew. The aromatic spices enhance the deep, savory taste.
Why This Recipe Works
Slow Cooking: The long simmering time allows the goat to become tender and absorb the flavors of the spices.
Balanced Flavors: The combination of lime and spices creates a deliciously complex flavor profile.
Perfect Texture: Adding yuca in the final stages ensures it remains soft without becoming mushy.
Chef's Pro Tip: For an extra flavor boost, marinate the goat in lime juice and spices for a few hours before cooking.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
100 min
Total Time
120 min
Servings
Ingredients
Directions
- 1
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions, garlic, and bell peppers until tender.
- 2
Add goat meat to the pot, browning all sides for about 10 minutes.
- 3
Stir in cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper, then pour in beef broth and lime juice.
- 4
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, covered.
- 5
Add yuca to the pot, cover, and continue simmering for another 30 minutes until tender.
- 6
Taste and adjust seasoning before serving the stew hot, garnished as desired.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving
fat
22g
carbs
36g
fiber
5g
sodium
600mg
protein
30g
calories
450




