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Nutritional Values

🔥580kcal
💪38gProtein
🌾22gCarbs
🥑38gFat
🌿2gFibre
⚖️350 gServing

* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.

Cabrito Stoba

How to order / say it
Say it Cabrito Stoba — [cah-BREE-to STOE-bah]
Order I'll have the goat stew, please.
Locally Mi ta bai tuma e cabrito stoba.
Say locally

A hearty slow-cooked goat stew

Why try it?

Cabrito Stoba is a staple of Oranjestad, reflecting the island's historical reliance on goat farming. It's a beloved comfort food for locals and a must-try for visitors to experience true Aruban hospitality.

How it tastes

This dish is rich with tender, slow-cooked goat meat, seasoned with spices and herbs. The broth is flavorful, slightly fatty with a savory umami richness, often served with rice or funchi.

Origin & History — first documented: 1850

Cabrito Stoba became popular in the 19th century as goat farming was prevalent in Aruba. Over time, it has become a cornerstone of Aruban cuisine, enjoyed during family gatherings and local festivity.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 500 g goat meat
  • 🧄 150 g onions
  • 🧄 20 g garlic
  • 🥕 50 g tomato paste
  • 🧂 10 g paprika
  • 🧂 5 g cloves
  • 🌿 3 leaves bay leaves

Method

  1. 1 Sauté onions and garlic in oil until golden.
  2. 2 Add goat meat and brown on all sides.
  3. 3 Stir in tomato paste, paprika, and cloves.
  4. 4 Add water and bay leaves, simmer until goat is tender.
  5. 5 Season to taste and serve with rice.

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