New Keema Pau Recipe
Perked-up Irani café classic: earthy, aromatic minced lamb, studded with peas, distinguished with subtle dill and warming lindi pepper.
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Ingredients
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Keema Pau Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
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Cook the Meat
Add the minced lamb to the pan, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
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Add Spices and Peas
Stir in turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well, then add green peas and chopped lindi pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes.
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Simmer
Pour in the water, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Finish with Dill
Once the keema is cooked through and the flavors melded, stir in the chopped dill. Adjust seasoning as needed.
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Serve
Serve hot with toasted pau on the side.





