Goat Masala

Description

Goat Masala is a robust and richly spiced curry made with tender goat meat cooked in a thick onion-tomato-based gravy infused with South Indian aromatics. Popular in Tamil Nadu and Kerala non-vegetarian kitchens, this dish is known for its depth of flavor, slow cooking method, and bold masala coating.

Bone-in goat pieces are marinated with turmeric, chili powder, and ginger-garlic paste, then cooked with sautéed onions, tomatoes, crushed black pepper, garam masala, and curry leaves. The gravy is reduced to a semi-thick consistency, allowing the masala to cling to the meat. It is typically finished with a drizzle of coconut oil or ghee for enhanced aroma.

Goat Masala is best paired with Kerala parotta, chapati, or rice and remains a signature weekend and festive dish across Madurai, Coimbatore, and Kottayam, as well as among South Indian families in Mississauga, Scarborough, and Brampton.