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Keema Curry Recipe (Ground Beef Curry)

A flavorful and spicy ground beef curry cooked with aromatic spices and herbs.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Meat and Vegetables
  • 1 lb ground beef preferably lean
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 1 medium tomato chopped
  • 1 cup peas fresh or frozen
Spices and Seasonings
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil vegetable or canola
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped

Method
 

Prepare the Base
  1. Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add cumin seeds and sauté until they start to crackle.
  3. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent.
Cook the Meat
  1. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute.
  2. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned.
Add Spices and Tomatoes
  1. Mix in the coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
  2. Add the chopped tomato and cook until soft.
Simmer
  1. Stir in the peas and a little water if needed, cover, and let simmer for 10 minutes.
  2. Sprinkle garam masala on top before serving.
Serve
  1. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

Adjust the spice levels according to your preference. This dish pairs well with yogurt or raita.

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