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Lamb Keema Matar

Spiced ground lamb with peas in a fragrant tomato sauce—a classic Indian curry that's ready in 35 minutes. Serve over rice or with naan for a complete dinner.

Total time
40 min
Servings
4
Calories
395
Protein
32g
Lamb Keema Matar
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add onion; cook until softened, ~4 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  3. Step 3

    Add ground lamb and cook, breaking apart with a spoon, until browned, ~8 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in garam masala, cumin, and chili powder. Toast for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  5. Step 5

    Pour in crushed tomatoes. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  6. Step 6

    Add frozen peas and cook for 3 minutes until heated through. Season with salt and pepper.

  7. Step 7

    Serve over rice or with warm naan, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet or large saucepan
  • wooden spoon for breaking apart meat
  • knife and cutting board

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