Ricette di Sicilia
Cibo, cultura e tradizioni siciliane
Roast Kid: A Classic Sicilian Feast Dish
Discover the sumptuous roast kid, a traditional Sicilian favourite perfect for festive gatherings.
📖 What is it
Discover the sumptuous roast kid, a traditional Sicilian favourite perfect for festive gatherings.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 1.2 kg kid goat meat, cut into pieces
- ✓ 1 sprig of rosemary
- ✓ 1 onion
- ✓ 2 lemons
- ✓ 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ✓ Salt
- ✓ Freshly ground black pepper
📊 Nutritional Information
Roast kid is a cherished dish from Sicilian cuisine, lovingly prepared during the most important celebrations like Easter and Christmas. The tender, juicy meat is enhanced with fragrant herbs and spices that bring out its distinctive flavour. This dish offers a genuine sensory journey through the aromas and tastes of Sicily, ideal for enjoying with family and friends. It’s especially heartwarming during the colder months when a hot, comforting meal is just what you need.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Thoroughly wash and pat dry the kid goat meat.
- 2
Brush the meat with extra virgin olive oil and arrange it in a greased roasting tray.
- 3
Add the onion sliced into thin rings, the rosemary needles, a pinch of salt, and some freshly ground black pepper.
- 4
Mix everything together well and roast in the oven at 180°C for about 1 hour.
- 5
During cooking, baste the meat several times with its own juices, adding a little hot water if needed to loosen the pan drippings.
- 6
Once cooked, transfer the meat to a serving dish and drizzle with fresh lemon juice. For extra flavour, stir lemon juice into the cooking juices during the last 20 minutes and brush the meat a couple of times.
💡 Tips and Variations
For a richer flavour, try adding thyme or bay leaves. If you prefer a brighter citrus note, increase the amount of lemon juice in the cooking juices.
📦 Storage
- • Keep refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- • You can freeze the cooked dish for up to a month.
- • Reheat in the oven at 160°C for 10 minutes before serving.
🍷 Pairing
Serve this roast kid with a glass of Sciacca Rosso Riserva – a still red wine boasting a deep garnet hue, with a classic aroma and a full-bodied, velvety dry taste.
There’s something truly special about gathering around a plate of roast kid, steeped in Sicilian tradition and bursting with rustic flavours. I warmly encourage you to give this recipe a go – it’s wonderfully straightforward yet deeply satisfying. Perfect for sharing with your nearest and dearest, it’ll surely become a cherished addition to your festive table. Do let me know how you get on and enjoy every bite!
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