2. Keema Matar

Popular in the Punjab area, this dish is a staple in every Punjabi’s home. Minced meat is cooked off in delicious spices for a hearty and filling meal.

Makes: 4-6 servings

Prep: 10 mins

Cook: 10 mins

Ingredients:

• ½ cup oil
• 1 lb. mutton mince, washed and drained
• 1 cup shelled peas
• 8-10 cloves
• 1 inch piece cinnamon
• 8-10 peppercorns
• 2 large onions, chopped
• 10 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 inch piece ginger, finely chopped
• 2 large tomatoes, chopped
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 ½ tsp red chili powder
• 1 ½ tsp garam masala powder
• 1 tsp turmeric powder

Garnish

• ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• ½ inch ginger, thinly sliced

Directions:

Wash the mince in a strainer. Press to drain out the water well.

Heat oil in a pressure cooker. Add in the cloves, cinnamon and peppercorns. Cook for 1 minute.

Add in the chopped onions, ginger, and garlic. Fry till onions turn a rich brown in color.

Add in the tomatoes, spices and the mince mutton. Cook until oil starts rising to the top.

Add in the peas and mix well. Add in ¾ cups water and close the pressure cooker. Cook for 3 whistle rounds.

To serve, remove in a serving dish and garnish with fresh cilantro, chopped ginger and lemon wedges! Enjoy with bread or rice!