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Savory Easy Keema Curry: Comfort Food in 30 Minutes!

A quick and flavorful ground beef dish introducing hearty Indian cuisine to the whole family.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with vegetable oil if desired.
  • 3 medium Yukon Gold Potatoes Substitute with sweet potatoes for added sweetness.
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey or plant-based alternative.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Consider using shallots or leeks if preferred.
Aromatics
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Ground ginger can be used if fresh is unavailable.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Use garlic powder as a substitute if fresh is unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea or Kosher Salt Adjust based on dietary restrictions.
  • 1 teaspoon Cracked Black Pepper Can substitute with white pepper.
Spice Blend
  • 2 tablespoons Curry Powder Use a preferred brand.
  • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala Can replace with an equal amount of curry powder.
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Can substitute with fresh diced tomatoes.
  • 1 can Fire-Roasted Diced Tomatoes Regular diced tomatoes can be used.
  • 1 can Full-Fat Unsweetened Coconut Milk Can substitute with heavy cream or dairy-free alternatives.
Finish
  • 1 cup Frozen Baby Peas Can substitute with green beans or spinach.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Omit for a less herbaceous taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Replace with lemon juice if needed.
Serving
  • 4 cups Steamed Rice or Naan Can also use cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • baking sheet
  • spatula

Method
 

Roasting Potatoes
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Dice the Yukon Gold potatoes into even-sized pieces and toss them with a drizzle of olive oil until well-coated. Spread the potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway, until they are golden and tender.
Cooking Beef
  1. In a large Dutch oven, heat over medium-high heat for a couple of minutes. Add the ground beef and diced yellow onion, breaking the meat apart with a spatula. Sauté for 6-7 minutes until the beef is browned and the onions are translucent.
Adding Aromatics
  1. Stir in the freshly grated ginger and minced garlic into the beef mixture. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, allowing the ginger and garlic to release their fragrant oils.
Blending Spices
  1. Add the sea salt, cracked black pepper, curry powder, garam masala, turmeric, and tomato paste to the pot. Stir everything together for about 2 minutes until the spices become fragrant.
Simmering Sauce
  1. Pour in the fire-roasted diced tomatoes and full-fat coconut milk. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes.
Finishing with Veggies
  1. Gently stir in the frozen baby peas and roasted potatoes into the curry. Allow everything to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Serving
  1. Ladle the comforting Easy Keema Curry over a bed of steamed rice or alongside warm naan. Finish each serving with a squeeze of lime juice and extra cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Revive the curry with a splash of coconut milk when reheating.

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