Capretto al Forno con Piselli (Italian Roast Kid with Spring Peas)
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Capretto al Forno con Piselli (Italian Roast Kid with Spring Peas)

An Italian Easter style roast: tender kid with rosemary, white wine and sweet peas stirred through the pan juices at the end.

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  • Time2 hr 45
  • LevelEasy
  • Costabout £4.50 a head
  • Oven170°C (150°C fan)

Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.

Estimated nutrition per serving

  • 1203kcal
  • 10.9gcarbs
  • 5.7gof which sugars
  • 93.6gfat
  • 56.8gsaturates
  • 71.4gprotein
  • 2.5gfibre
  • 6.4gsalt

A rough estimate worked out from the ingredients, for the serving size above. It is a guide only and not medical advice. If you count carbs or manage diabetes, check with your own tools and your care team.

6 servings

Ingredients

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Method

  1. 1

    Heat the oven to 170°C (150°C fan). Season the goat all over with the salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Heat half the oil in a wide casserole and brown the goat in batches for about 4 minutes a batch, until golden. Lift out.

  3. 3

    Add the onion, garlic, rosemary and sage to the pot with the rest of the oil. Cook gently for 5 minutes, until soft.

  4. 4

    Return the goat, pour in the wine and let it bubble for 2 minutes. Add the water, cover and cook in the oven for 2 hours.

    120 min
  5. 5

    Take off the lid, add the peas and push them into the juices. Cook uncovered for 20 minutes more, until the peas are tender and the sauce has thickened a little.

    20 min
  6. 6

    Stir in the lemon zest and taste for salt. Serve with roast potatoes or good bread.

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