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Aloo Keema

Aloo Keema

Aloo Keema is a flavorful dish made with minced meat and potatoes, spiced to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Indian
Servings 1 serving
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • large pan

Ingredients
  

For the Mince

  • 500 g Minced Meat Choose beef, mutton or chicken

For the Vegetables

  • 2 medium Potatoes Diced
  • 1 large Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 medium Tomatoes Chopped

For the Spice Mix

  • 2 medium Green Chilies Adjust heat level according to preference
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • ½ teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala Best added at the end

For Garnish

  • ¼ cup Cilantro Freshly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice To taste

For Cooking

  • 2 tablespoon Oil For sautéing
  • 1 cup Water

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat until shimmering. Add the cumin seeds and wait for them to splutter.
  • Sauté the finely chopped onion for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  • Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  • Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  • Mix in turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
  • Brown the minced meat, cooking for 7-8 minutes until it changes color.
  • Incorporate the diced potatoes, stirring well and cook for 3-4 minutes.
  • Pour in the water, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  • Once potatoes are tender, sprinkle garam masala over the dish and stir.
  • Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and lemon juice. Serve with naan or basmati rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Aloo Keema, comfort food, minced meat, potatoes, spicy, traditional
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