Indian Keema Matar (Spiced Minced Meat with Peas)

Name: Indian Keema Matar (Spiced Minced Meat with Peas)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 g Minced lamb or beef; 200 g Onion, large, chopped; 15 g Garlic, cloves, minced; 10 g Ginger, fresh, grated (approx. 2 cm piece); 300 g Tomatoes, medium, diced; 200 g Green peas, frozen; 15 g Garam Masala; 5 g Cumin powder; 5 g Coriander powder; 2.5 g Turmeric powder; 2.5 g Chili powder (to taste); 5 g Salt (to taste); 30 ml Vegetable oil; 10 g Fresh coriander leaves, chopped (for garnish); 120 ml Water

Difficulty

easy

Time

50m

Price Category

average

Calories

Medium

Keema Matar is a classic Indian dish, a flavorful and hearty curry made with minced meat (often lamb or goat, but beef or chicken can also be used) and green peas. It's a staple in many Indian households, known for its rich aroma and comforting taste. This recipe brings the authentic flavors of India right to your kitchen, perfect for a satisfying family meal. Serve it with naan, roti, or rice for a complete culinary experience.

Steps

Prepare Aromatics

Finely chop the onion. Mince the garlic and ginger or grate them into a paste. Dice the tomatoes.

Sauté Onions and Spices

Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and ginger, cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in garam masala, cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and chili powder. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until aromatic.

Brown the Meat

Add the minced meat to the pan. Break it up with a spoon and cook until it's browned all over, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Simmer with Tomatoes and Peas

Stir in the diced tomatoes and salt. Add 0.5 cup of water, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the meat to become tender. Stir in the frozen green peas and cook for another 5 minutes, or until the peas are tender and heated through.

Garnish and Serve

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish generously with fresh chopped coriander leaves before serving hot.

	Per 100g	Per Serving 250g
Calories	220 kcal	550 kcal
Protein	18g	45g
Fat	12g	30g
Carbohydrate	7g	17.5g
Fiber	2.5g	6.25g
Sugar	3g	7.5g

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Indian Keema Matar (Spiced Minced Meat with Peas)

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Time

Price Category

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ingredients

Steps

Prepare Aromatics

Sauté Onions and Spices

Brown the Meat

Simmer with Tomatoes and Peas

Garnish and Serve

Extra Tips

► For an extra layer of flavor, toast whole spices like cumin seeds and cardamom pods in the oil before adding onions.

► Adjust the chili powder to your preferred spice level; for a milder version, reduce or omit it.

► Serve Keema Matar with warm naan bread, fluffy basmati rice, or simple roti to soak up all the delicious sauce.

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