Best 4 Keema Matar Indian Minced Chicken And Peas Recipes

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Keema matar is a popular Indian dish made with minced chicken or mutton and green peas. It is a flavorful and aromatic dish that is easy to prepare, making it a favorite among home cooks and restaurant-goers alike. The key to a delicious keema matar lies in the careful selection of spices and herbs, which can vary depending on regional preferences and the cook's own culinary style. Whether you prefer a mild or spicy version, there are many ways to adjust the heat level to suit your taste.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

KHEEMA: INDIAN GROUND BEEF WITH PEAS



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Provided by Aarti Sequeira

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium onion, finely diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
One 1-inch thumb fresh ginger, peeled and minced
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon store-bought or Homemade Garam Masala, recipe follows
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne, optional
1 pound ground beef
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup shucked fresh English peas or 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
2 teaspoons malt vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus a few extra leaves for garnish
4 chapatis or pitas, warmed
3 large cinnamon sticks (if you have the kind you get at Indian stores, it's about 3 tablespoons of cinnamon bark bits)
3 tablespoons whole cloves
1/4 cup green cardamom pods, shelled, husks discarded (about 2 tablespoons of seeds)
4 large black cardamom pods, shelled, husks discarded (about 1 tablespoon of seeds), optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, warm the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook until golden. Add the garlic and ginger, and saute for another minute. Stir in the coriander, paprika, Garam Masala, cumin and cayenne, if using and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the beef, breaking up lumps with a spoon, and saute until the meat is no longer pink. Add the tomatoes, 1 cup of water and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle in the fresh English peas. Stir well and simmer, partially covered, about 10 minutes or if using frozen peas, add them now, and cook another 5 minutes, partially covered.
  • Stir in the vinegar and chopped cilantro. Garnish with torn cilantro leaves and serve with warm chapatis or pita bread.
  • Combine the cinnamon sticks, cloves, green cardamom seeds, black cardamom seeds, if using, in a spice grinder or coffee grinder and grind until fine. Store the spice mix in an airtight container away from direct sunlight.

KEEMA WITH PEAS



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Put a new spin on mince with this spicy Indian dish. Serve with poppadums, chutney and cooling yogurt

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
4cm piece ginger, grated
2 green chillies
3 tbsp oil
500g lamb mince
2 tbsp garam masala
2 tsp turmeric
½ a can chopped tomatoes (freeze the rest), or use 2 medium fresh tomatoes
2 tbsp natural yogurt
200g frozen peas or cooked fresh peas
1 small bunch coriander, chopped

Steps:

  • Chop the onion, garlic, ginger and chillies together in a food processor. Heat the oil in a large frying pan and fry the mixture until it becomes very fragrant. Add the mince and fry until it begins to brown, stirring to break up any lumps.
  • Add the spices and fry for 1 min. Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer, cook for 1 min, then stir in the yogurt, some salt and a good grind of black pepper. Add a splash of water if you need to, then cook the mixture for 30 mins. Add the frozen peas and cook for 5 mins, then stir in the coriander. Serve with Indian breads or poppadums, chutney and some more yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427 calories, Fat 27 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 17 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 30 grams protein, Sodium 0.33 milligram of sodium

KHEEMA MATAR (BEEF AND PEA CURRY)



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An easy and delicious curry dish with aromatic spices to warm you up from the inside out. Serve warm with rice or a side of naan bread.

Provided by This One Woman

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 tablespoon curry powder
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated
2 bay leaves
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon salt
1 pound ground beef
2 cups frozen peas

Steps:

  • Melt ghee in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add cumin seeds; stir until fragrant and starting to crackle, about 1 minute. Stir in onion, jalapeno pepper, curry, garlic, ginger, and bay leaves. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion starts to soften, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour tomatoes into the skillet; stir to combine, about 2 minutes. Add chili powder, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and salt; stir thoroughly. Add beef; cook, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up the meat, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until flavors combine, about 15 minutes. Add frozen peas, cover, and simmer until heated through, about 10 minutes. For a thicker consistency, increase heat to medium and simmer curry, uncovered, until sauce reduces, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.9 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 85.2 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 25.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 643.7 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

KEEMA MATAR - INDIAN MINCED CHICKEN AND PEAS



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Keema Matar is a traditional Indian dish. It is usually made with lamb, but this recipe is adapted for chicken. From "1000 Great Indian Recipes" by Roli. Heat is "medium", adjust the red pepper as desired.

Provided by Da Huz

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs ground chicken
1 lb green peas (fresh or frozen)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cumin
1 onion, chopped
5 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
2 tablespoons ginger paste
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
salt
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Mix ground chicken with cumin, garlic, ginger, red pepper, and tomato paste.
  • Heat the oil on high heat in a large skillet and cook the onion until it begins to brown.
  • Add the chicken and cook until done.
  • Add the peas and cook until they are heated through and softened.
  • Add salt to taste.
  • Serve with rice and garnish with chopped cilantro and hard-boiled eggs.

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken stock instead of water.
  • Add a pinch of garam masala or curry powder for extra warmth.
  • If you like your keema matar spicy, add a chopped green chili or a teaspoon of chili powder.
  • Serve keema matar with rice, roti, or naan.
  • For a vegetarian version of this dish, replace the chicken with tofu or paneer.
  • To make a vegan version, omit the chicken and add more vegetables, such as bell peppers, carrots, or potatoes.

Conclusion:

Keema matar is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it is also a good source of protein and vegetables. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a dish to serve at a special occasion, keema matar is sure to please.

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