Keema Pulao
This keema pulao recipe is bursting with flavours and aroma. The ideal centre piece for any Indian buffet. Serve with a side of refreshing raita or green chutney for a winning combination.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 45 minutes mins
Total Time 50 minutes mins
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Indian, Pakistani
Servings 6
Calories 511 kcal
300 g Rice Basmati 500 g Minced Meat Keema 50 ml Oil 1 Onions 2 tsp Cumin Seeds 1 tsp Peppercorn 8 Cloves 3 Black Cardamom 2 Bay Leaf 2 tsp Ginger Paste 2 tsp Garlic Paste 1 tsp Salt 1 tsp Crushed Chillies 2 Green Chillies 700 ml Water
Wash the rice until the water runs clear then soak it in the water for at least 30 minutes.
In a pot heat up the oil and then add the whole spices and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant
Add the finely sliced onions and brown them for 6-8 minutes.
Then add 1 tablespoon of water and cook for a further 1-2 minutes until the colour is released from the onions.
Add the ginger and garlic paste then cook for 2-3 minutes.
Add the minced meat and cook for 5 minutes until the mince browns, be sure to stir continuously until there are no lumps.
Add the salt and crushed chillies then cook for 8-10 minutes.
Add the water and green chillies then bring to a gentle boil.
Add the rice and cook for 6-8 minutes on high heat until 80% of the water dries up
Then reduce the heat, cover and cook for 15 minutes on low heat.
Serve with a side of raita and enjoy!
Nutritional facts:
The provision of nutritional information is done so merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.
Calories: 511 kcal Carbohydrates: 45 g Protein: 18 g Fat: 28 g Saturated Fat: 9 g Trans Fat: 0.03 g Cholesterol: 61 mg Sodium: 504 mg Potassium: 318 mg Fiber: 2 g Sugar: 1 g Vitamin A: 114 IU Vitamin C: 4 mg Calcium: 55 mg Iron: 3 mg
Keyword Keema, Lamb, Pilau, Rice