Keema I
Transform your weeknight dinner with the bold and aromatic flavors of Keema I, a classic spiced ground meat dish hailing from the Indian subcontinent. This recipe combines tender ground lamb or beef with a medley of warm spices—including turmeric, cumin, and garam masala—infused into a rich tomato-onion base. The dish is beautifully accented by the subtle heat of green chilies and a garnish of fresh cilantro, making it a comforting yet flavorful option. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a perfect choice for busy evenings, and the optional addition of green peas adds a pop of texture and color. Serve it with fluffy basmati rice, naan, or roti for a delicious, hearty meal that’ll delight your taste buds. Whether you’re exploring Indian cuisine for the first time or revisiting old favorites, Keema I is a must-try recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground lamb or beef
- 1 large Onion, finely chopped
- 2 Tomato, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Ginger-garlic paste
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoons Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoons Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoons Garam masala
- 100 grams Green peas (optional)
- 2 Green chilies, slit lengthwise
- 3 tablespoons Cilantro (coriander leaves), chopped
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cups Water
Instructions
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the finely chopped onion and sauté until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until softened and oil begins to separate from the mixture, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the turmeric, red chili powder, ground coriander, and ground cumin. Mix well.
Add the ground meat (lamb or beef) to the pan, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Cook until the meat is no longer pink, about 8-10 minutes.
Add the green chilies, salt, and water. Mix well and let it simmer on low heat for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop.
If using green peas, stir them in and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Sprinkle garam masala over the dish and mix well. Cook for another 2 minutes.
Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with rice, roti, or naan.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1771 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.2 g | 166% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.1 g | 220% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 400 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 2778 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.3 g | ||
| Protein | 98.0 g | 196% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 2836 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
