KEEMA MATAR

Written By Nidhi Verma Posted On
Serves6 People
Prep15 mins
Cooking40 mins

A classic North Indian dish bursting with bold flavours of whole spices cooked with minced Lamb in a flavourful onion and tomato sauce.

Health Hack

The variety of whole spices used in this dish not only make it flavourful but have immense anti-inflammatory properties along with boosting immunity, promoting weight loss and helping with digestive processes.

Fresh Ingredients
  • Lamb Mince - 500gms
  • Onions - 2 large, finely chopped
  • Tomato - 3 medium, finely chopped
  • Ginger-Garlic Paste - 1 tbsp.
  • Green Peas - ½ cup
  • Green Chilli - 1, Slit lengthwise
  • Fresh Coriander – 2 tbsp, finely chopped
Spices
  • Turmeric Powder - ¼ tsp.
  • Cumin Seeds - 1 tsp.
  • Kashmiri Chilli Powder - ½ tbsp.
  • Coriander Powder - 1 tbsp.
  • Garam Masala Powder - ½ tsp.
  • Black Cardamoms – 1
  • Black Peppercorns – 4
  • Cinnamon Sticks - 1 small stick
  • Cloves - 3
  • Bay Leaves - 2
1
Heat the oil in a large bottom pan over medium flame. Add the whole spices – bay leaves, cloves, cinnamon sticks, black peppercorns, and black cardamoms. Allow them to sizzle for about 30 seconds, followed by adding cumin seeds.
2
Add chopped onions and green chilli. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown.
3
Add ginger-garlic paste and fry for 2-3 minutes. Then add the chopped tomatoes and sprinkle a little salt. Cover and cook on low heat for two to three minutes. Uncover and fry the paste until oil separates.
4
Add Kashmiri chilli powder, coriander powder, and turmeric powder. Continue to cook for another minute.
5
Add the lamb mince and fry on medium heat for 2-3 minutes. Now add water, stir, and cover to cook on gentle heat for 15-20 minutes until the mince is evenly colored all the way through, the water has evaporated, and oil separates.
6
Stir in the green peas & garam masala powder and cook for a few more minutes. Step 7: Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander leaves, along with some Indian bread.

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