Keema Matar
Indian Indian - South Indian Classics

Keema Matar

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  6 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.

Ingredients

  • • 400 g minced mutton (keema)
  • • 3/4 cup green peas
  • • 3 tbsp coconut oil
  • • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • • 1 tsp fennel seeds
  • • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • • 10 curry leaves
  • • 1 tsp salt

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Heat coconut oil, add the fennel seeds and curry leaves, and let them crackle.

2
Phase 2

Add the onion and ginger-garlic paste and fry until golden.

3
Phase 3

Add the keema and fry on high heat, breaking it up, until it changes colour.

4
Phase 4

Stir in the chili powder and salt and mix well.

5
Phase 5

Add 1/2 cup water and the peas, cover, and cook for 15 minutes until the mince is done.

6
Phase 6

Uncover and fry until dry; serve with rice or as a dosa filling.