Colombian Cabrito Santandereano roasted kid goat
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Cabrito Santandereano

Santander Roasted Kid Goat

Cabrito Santandereano is listed in Meat and Grill for Santanderes. Follow the verified ingredients and numbered instructions below.

Prep: 24 hrCook: 3 hrTotal: 27 hrServes 8Advanced

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1

    Blend beer or chicha, garlic, onion, scallion, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.

  2. 2

    Marinate the goat overnight.

  3. 3

    Brown the pieces in oil.

  4. 4

    Add the marinade and enough water to come one-third of the way up the meat.

  5. 5

    Cover and braise at 325°F/165°C for 2½–3½ hours until fork-tender.

  6. 6

    Alternatively, roast uncovered after the first 2 hours to brown the exterior.

  7. 7

    Reduce the cooking juices and spoon them over the meat.

  8. 8

    Serve with pepitoria, yuca, and arepa santandereana.

Ingredient Substitutions

Recipe-specific substitutions are published only when supported by verified culinary guidance. For ingredient sourcing, see our Colombian Pantry Guide and consult a qualified recipe tester before making substitutions that may change a dish’s flavor or texture.

At a Glance

CategoryMeat and Grill
RegionSantanderes
Prep Time24 hr
Cook Time3 hr
Total Time27 hr
YieldServes 8
DifficultyAdvanced

Equipment Needed

  • Large Roasting Pan
  • Dutch Oven