Ground Goat
Three 1lb packs
Shannon Creek Farm
Ground goat is simply one of the most versatile and tasty treats in
the meat world, prepared as burgers, meatballs, or as a rustic ragu
for pasta, not to mention the main ingredient in the best chili we
have ever tasted. As an alternative to beef or lamb, it simply
cannot be beat — goat is a savory, lean, red meat with a
clean, herbaceous finish, and an unexpected depth of flavor.
Heritage Foods USA is celebrating the sixth year of its annual goat
project NO GOAT LEFT BEHIND, and the first in England. No Goat Left
Behind was launched to address the growing problem facing New
England goat dairies — namely, what to do with male goats. Goat is
actually the most widely consumed meat in the world — and America
is slowly learning what the rest of the world already knows — that
goat meat is delicious, lean, versatile, healthy, and sustainable.
All of our goats are pasture raised, hormone and antibiotic
free.
PRO TIP: Goat burgers are a superb treat, but don’t forget that
goat is leaner than most beef or even lamb, and you are going to
want to bring out the best of their natural flavor with some choice
seasonings and toppings. Here are a few tips from the Heritage
Staff. And don’t forget — medium, just past medium rare, is our
favorite.
• Add one pinch of cumin along with a bit of salt and pepper before
pan frying in a cast iron skillet in a little olive oil. Don’t
forget to fry some Spanish onions along with your burger — a shot
of Siracha will give them a great color and some tang.
• Yogurt mixed with minced raw garlic and a squeeze of lemon will
really compliment the goat’s wilder side — and don’t forget the
pickles!
• Goat burgers are great for grilling — try brushing them with
chimichurri sauce and let them get a little char before
flipping.
