West African Goat Meat Stew

Name: West African Goat Meat Stew
Ingredients: 1 pound bone-in goat meat (preferably leg), cut into 1-inch cubes, rinsed and drained; 2 medium onions, chopped (about 2 cups); 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 3 plum tomatoes, chopped; 3 cloves garlic; 1 small red bell pepper, chopped; 1 habanero pepper (optional); 5 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder; 1 teaspoon Madras curry powder; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves; 2 bay leaves, finely torn (see Cook’s Note); Cooked rice and/or sweet plantains, for serving