Keema Aloo
A comforting and hearty one-pot dish, Keema Aloo is a classic South Asian curry made with spiced ground beef, tender potatoes, and peas. This recipe, inspired by home-cooked family meals, delivers bold flavor and warmth — perfect for a cozy dinner or meal prep for the week.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 extra-large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons water (optional)
2 pounds lean ground beef
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
1 serrano chili, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1½ teaspoons salt
1½ teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (adjust for heat preference)
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup frozen green peas
1 teaspoon garam masala
Instructions
Sauté the onions:
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and golden brown, about 12 minutes. If the onions start to stick, add a splash of water to deglaze the pan.Cook the beef:
Add ground beef, garlic, ginger, serrano chili, and cilantro to the pan. Cook, stirring often, until the beef is browned and crumbly, 10 to 15 minutes.Spice it up:
Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in coriander, salt, cumin, cayenne, and turmeric. Let the spices bloom for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.Add potatoes and tomatoes:
Mix in the diced potatoes and canned tomatoes with their juice. Cover and simmer until potatoes are fork-tender, about 15 minutes.Finish with peas and garam masala:
Stir in frozen peas and simmer for another 10–15 minutes, until the curry thickens and flavors meld. Sprinkle garam masala over the top, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes off heat before serving.
- Pro Tip
For richer flavor, prepare the keema a day in advance. The spices develop beautifully overnight, making leftovers taste even better. Serve with warm naan or steamed basmati rice, and top with a squeeze of lemon or a spoonful of yogurt for added brightness.
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