Keema Curry

A quick, tasty keema curry you can make on a weeknight.

introduction

This keema curry cooks fast and fills the table with warm spice. It uses common ingredients and takes about 30 minutes. If you like quick ground beef meals, you might also enjoy 30-minute ground beef stroganoff for another simple dinner.

why make this recipe

This recipe is fast, full of flavor, and uses simple pantry spices.
You can change the meat or make it creamier with coconut milk.
It makes a good weeknight meal and feeds a small family.

how to make Delicious Keema Curry: Indian Ground Beef Curry in 30 Minutes

Heat oil in a pan, cook onion until soft, then brown the beef. Add garlic and ginger, then stir in tomato paste and spices. Pour in coconut milk and stock, add herbs and lemon, and simmer until the curry thickens. For low-carb side ideas, check easy and fast keto dinners under 30 minutes.

Ingredients :

• 1 lb Ground Beef (Can substitute with ground chicken or turkey.)
• 2 tbsp Cooking Oil (Use vegetable or canola oil.)
• 1 medium Onion (Chopped; yellow or white onions preferred.)
• 3 cloves Garlic (Minced; can substitute with garlic powder.)
• 1 tbsp Ginger (Freshly grated; ginger paste is an alternative.)
• 2 tbsp Tomato Paste (Can also use fresh tomatoes cooked until soft.)
• 2 tbsp Curry Powder (Use your favorite blend.)
• 1 tsp Cayenne Pepper (Adjust to personal spice tolerance.)
• 1 tbsp Garam Masala
• 1 can Coconut Milk (Can substitute with coconut cream for thicker texture.)
• 1 cup Broth or Stock (Chicken or beef stock preferred.)
• to taste Salt (Adjust to taste.)
• to taste Black Pepper (Adjust to taste.)
• 1 tbsp Lemon Juice (Can substitute with vinegar if needed.)
• 1/4 cup Cilantro or Parsley (Chopped; green onions can be an alternative.)

Directions :

1. Heat oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 2 minutes, until translucent.
2. Add the ground beef to the pan, stirring until it’s no longer pink, around 5 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.
3. Mix in the minced garlic and freshly grated ginger; sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Stir in the tomato paste, curry powder, cayenne, and garam masala. Cook for 2-3 minutes on low heat.
5. Pour in the coconut milk and broth, seasoning with salt and pepper. Stir in the chopped herbs and lemon juice, then bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat, cover the pan, and let the curry simmer for 15 minutes. Adjust consistency with water if needed.

how to serve Delicious Keema Curry: Indian Ground Beef Curry in 30 Minutes

Serve hot with steamed rice, naan, or flatbread. Top with extra chopped cilantro or green onions. A side salad or roasted vegetables go well with it.

how to store Delicious Keema Curry: Indian Ground Beef Curry in 30 Minutes

Cool the curry to room temperature, then store in an airtight container. Keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 2 months; thaw in the fridge before reheating.

tips to make Delicious Keema Curry: Indian Ground Beef Curry in 30 Minutes

• Use medium heat and stir often so the spices do not burn.
• If you want a thicker curry, simmer uncovered a few minutes longer.
• For a simple dessert after this meal, try a quick sweet like 30-minute classic Christmas toffee.
• Taste and adjust salt, lemon, or cayenne at the end.

variation (if any)

• Swap ground beef with ground chicken, turkey, or lamb.
• Add peas and diced potatoes for a traditional keema style.
• Make it creamier with extra coconut cream or a splash of yogurt (add yogurt off heat).

FAQs

Q: Can I use lean or fatty ground beef?
A: Yes. Lean cooks cleaner but can be drier. If you use lean, add a little oil or coconut milk for moisture.

Q: Is this spicy?
A: It has heat from cayenne and curry powder. Reduce cayenne for milder flavor.

Q: Can I make this vegetarian?
A: Yes. Use crumbled tofu, tempeh, or cooked lentils instead of ground meat.

Q: How do I reheat the curry?
A: Warm on the stove over low heat, stirring, or microwave in short intervals until hot.

Conclusion

For another clear keema recipe and extra tips, see this Indian Keema Ground Beef Curry guide.

Keema Curry

A quick, tasty keema curry that cooks fast and fills the table with warm spice, perfect for a weeknight meal.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Indian

Calories: 400

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main ingredients

• 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground chicken or turkey.
• 2 tbsp Cooking Oil Use vegetable or canola oil.
• 1 medium Onion Chopped; yellow or white onions preferred.
• 3 cloves Garlic Minced; can substitute with garlic powder.
• 1 tbsp Ginger Freshly grated; ginger paste is an alternative.
• 2 tbsp Tomato Paste Can also use fresh tomatoes cooked until soft.
• 2 tbsp Curry Powder Use your favorite blend.
• 1 tsp Cayenne Pepper Adjust to personal spice tolerance.
• 1 tbsp Garam Masala
• 1 can Coconut Milk Can substitute with coconut cream for thicker texture.
• 1 cup Broth or Stock Chicken or beef stock preferred.
• to taste Salt Adjust to taste.
• to taste Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
• 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Can substitute with vinegar if needed.
• 1/4 cup Cilantro or Parsley Chopped; green onions can be an alternative.

Method

 

Cooking

1. Heat oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 2 minutes, until translucent.
2. Add the ground beef to the pan, stirring until it's no longer pink, around 5 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.
3. Mix in the minced garlic and freshly grated ginger; sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Stir in the tomato paste, curry powder, cayenne, and garam masala. Cook for 2-3 minutes on low heat.
5. Pour in the coconut milk and broth, seasoning with salt and pepper. Stir in the chopped herbs and lemon juice, then bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat, cover the pan, and let the curry simmer for 15 minutes. Adjust consistency with water if needed.

Notes

Use medium heat and stir often so the spices do not burn. If you want a thicker curry, simmer uncovered a few minutes longer. Taste and adjust salt, lemon, or cayenne at the end.