Name: Aloo Keema (Ground Meat with Potatoes)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: South Asian
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef, lamb, turkey, or chicken; 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 tomatoes, chopped (or 1 cup canned); 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 inch ginger, grated; 1–2 green chilies, chopped (optional); 2 tbsp oil or ghee; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp turmeric powder; 1/2 tsp red chili powder or paprika (to taste); 1/2 tsp garam masala; Salt, to taste; 1/4 cup water or broth (as needed); Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Description

Aloo Keema is a classic South Asian dish made with ground meat and potatoes simmered in a flavorful blend of spices, onions, garlic, and tomatoes. It’s hearty, comforting, and easy to make—perfect with rice or flatbread.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef, lamb, turkey, or chicken
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped (or 1 cup canned)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 inch ginger, grated
1–2 green chilies, chopped (optional)
2 tbsp oil or ghee
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp red chili powder or paprika (to taste)
1/2 tsp garam masala
Salt, to taste
1/4 cup water or broth (as needed)
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Heat oil or ghee in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
Stir in garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
Mix in ground coriander, ground cumin, turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Cook for 2–3 minutes to bloom the spices.
Add chopped tomatoes and cook for 5–7 minutes until they soften and break down.
Stir in diced potatoes and a splash of water or broth. Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
Uncover and cook a few more minutes if needed to reduce liquid. Stir in garam masala and chopped cilantro.
Serve hot with rice, naan, or roti.

Notes

Add peas for extra color and sweetness.
Use ground turkey or plant-based meat for a lighter or vegan version.
Adjust spice level with green chilies and chili powder or paprika.
Add more tomato and water for a saucier curry version.
Leftovers improve in flavor and reheat well with a splash of water.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion
Calories: 370
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 70mg