Description
Keema curry brings bold Indian flavors to the table with spiced ground meat simmered in a rich sauce. It’s quick, hearty, and deeply satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 500 grams (17.6 ounces) minced meat
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 red onion
- 2 tomatoes
- 3 green chillies
- 1 teaspoon ginger paste
- 1 teaspoon garlic paste
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon chilli powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Kashmiri chilli powder
- 1 tablespoon dried fenugreek leaves
Cooking Liquids:
- 50 milliliters (1.7 fluid ounces) oil
- 400 milliliters (13.5 fluid ounces) water
Garnish:
- Handful of fresh coriander
Instructions
- Sauté finely chopped onions in hot oil until translucent and softened, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Introduce minced ginger, crushed garlic, and finely chopped chillies, stirring continuously until aromatic and releasing their intense flavors.
- Add ground meat, using a wooden spoon to break down and distribute evenly, cooking until rich brown color develops and moisture evaporates.
- Sprinkle cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala over meat, gently toasting spices for 30-45 seconds to enhance their depth and complexity.
- Incorporate diced tomatoes, allowing them to soften and merge with the spiced meat mixture, creating a robust base.
- Pour warm water into the pan, crumble dried fenugreek leaves, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes until sauce thickens and meat becomes tender.
- Finish with a handful of fresh coriander leaves scattered over the top before serving.
Notes
- Boost the umami flavor by using a mix of lamb and beef mince for a richer taste profile.
- For a healthier version, swap regular mince with lean turkey or plant-based mince alternatives to reduce fat content.
- Create a gluten-free option by ensuring all spices and ingredients are certified gluten-free, especially checking store-bought spice blends.
- Enhance the depth of flavor by letting the curry rest for 30 minutes after cooking, allowing spices to meld and intensify the taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 401 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg