Although eating it is unusual in many parts of the United States, goat meat is a staple of many ethnic cuisines, including Caribbean, Indian and African. Enjoy this lean protein in its traditional role as a roast or barbecue, or break out of the mold and sauté thin strips of goat steak to play the starring role in a stir fry with fresh vegetables.
Calorie Count
A 3-oz. serving of roasted goat meat contains 122 calories, according to nutritional information from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Nutrient Database. Additional ingredients, like a marinade or sauces, increase the number of calories per serving.
Considerations
Goat meat's low fat content requires that you cook it at low temperatures to prevent the meat from drying out and becoming tough. Consider cutting it into 1-inch cubes to create a nutritious, low-calorie goat meat stew. Toss the goat meat cubes into a crock pot with chopped onions, vegetables and a blend of seasonings, such as cumin, oregano, basil, thyme, garlic, salt and pepper. Cover with water and cook on low for 10 to 12 hours before thickening and serving.
Nutritional Information
Goat meat contains 26 g of protein and 2.58 total g of fat per serving, with only .79 of those fat grams representing unhealthy saturated fat. The meat has several minerals and vitamins, including calcium, phosphorus, potassium, iron and niacin.
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