IndianMainDairy-Free

Keema

Name: Keema
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 lb ground lamb or beef; 1 onion, chopped; 2 tomatoes, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 inch ginger, grated; 1 cup peas (optional); 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp garam masala; 1 tsp chili powder; 2 tbsp oil; Salt to taste

Fragrant spiced ground meat transforms into a luscious curry with warm cumin and garam masala, studded with tender peas and bright tomatoes. The quick-cooking keema comes together in under 40 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners served over rice or with warm naan. Comforting, aromatic, and endlessly satisfying—a go-to when you want authentic Indian flavors fast.

Prep

15 minutes

Cook

25 minutes

Total

40 minutes

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Instructions

1
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat, add onions and cook until golden brown.
2
Add garlic, ginger, cumin, garam masala, and chili powder; cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
3
Add tomatoes and cook until soft and broken down.
4
Add ground meat, breaking it apart, and brown evenly.
5
Stir in peas and simmer until the meat is cooked through and peas are tender.
6
Season with salt to taste and serve with roti or rice, garnished with fresh cilantro and lemon wedges.

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