Aloo Keema

My Naani’s authentic, homestyle, Aloo Keema – ground beef and potato. An easy traditional, one-pot recipe packed with flavor. This is definitely one of those memory-evoking dishes that take me back to my Ramadans growing up. The contrast between the meaty beef and the tender potatoes makes for the best comfort food. This is the perfect side to enjoy with warm rotis or a bowl of pulao.

Serving Size: 6

Ingredients:

• ~ 2/3 lb. of ground beef

• 1/2 large onion

• 1/3 cup of oil

• 1 tbsp. of ginger-garlic

• 1 tbsp. of turmeric powder

• 2/3 tbsp. of salt

• 1 tbsp. of chili powder

• 1/2 tbsp. of cumin powder

• 1/4 cup of tuvar lilva (shelled pigeon pea)

• 1 3/4 cup of potatoes

• 1 cup of water

• dill and/or fenugreek leaves (optional)

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Steps:

1. In a large pot, add 1/3 cup of oil over high heat.

2. Add in 2/3 lb. of ground beef, 1 tbsp. of ginger-garlic paste, and saute for 2-3 minutes.

3. Add in 1 tbsp. of turmeric powder, 2/3 tbsp. of salt, 1 tbsp. of chili powder, 1/2 tbsp. of cumin powder, and saute for 2-3 minutes.

4. Add in 1/4 cup of shelled pigeon pea (tuvar lilva) and saute for 2 minutes.

5. Add in 1 3/4 cup of potatoes diced, 1 cup of water, and cover over low heat for 25 minutes.

6. You may add a handful of dill/fenugreek leaves before turning off the heat if you’d like or enjoy as is!