Aloo Keema Curry
Aloo Keema Curry is a flavorful Indian dish combining minced meat and potatoes in a rich, spiced tomato gravy, perfect for a hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 300g minced meat (keema)
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch ginger piece, grated
- 2 tomatoes, pureed
- 1 green chili, chopped (optional)
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, and green chili; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add turmeric, coriander, red chili powder, and salt; mix well.
- Add minced meat and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Add pureed tomatoes and cook until oil separates from the masala.
- Add diced potatoes and water; stir to combine.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender and meat is cooked through.
- Sprinkle garam masala and stir gently.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
Notes
For extra richness, add a splash of cream or serve with warm naan or basmati rice for a complete meal.