Keema Matar Ground Meat and Peas
Delight your taste buds with Keema Matar, a flavorful Indian-inspired dish featuring tender ground meat (choose from beef, lamb, or chicken) and vibrant green peas simmered in a rich, aromatic blend of spices. This one-pan wonder combines sautéed onions, ginger, garlic, and tomatoes with warming spices like cumin, turmeric, and garam masala, creating a bold and satisfying meal. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights or a comforting weekend dinner. Serve this hearty keema with fluffy basmati rice, warm naan, or parathas, and garnish with fresh cilantro for a fragrant finishing touch. Whether you're craving classic comfort food or exploring new global flavors, Keema Matar is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground meat (beef, lamb, or chicken)
- 1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika (or red chili powder for more heat)
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup water
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for about 30 seconds, until aromatic.
Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the chopped tomatoes and green chili (if using), and cook until the tomatoes break down and the oil starts to separate, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the ground coriander, ground turmeric, ground cumin, paprika, and salt. Cook for 1-2 minutes to bloom the spices.
Add the ground meat and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until fully browned, about 8-10 minutes.
Stir in the green peas and pour in the water. Mix thoroughly and bring to a gentle simmer.
Cover the pan, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peas are tender and the flavors are well combined.
Stir in the garam masala and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or flatbread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
436 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.4 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.1 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 88 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 590 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.2 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 26.1 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 687 mg | 15% | |
*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.
