Sep 24 2026

Keema Pao Recipe

Time40m
Serves6

Spiced lamb mince nestled within a soft, pillowy pav bun baked with cheese

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Ingredients

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Keema

Pav Buns

Method

Preparing Keema

  1. 1

    Cook the Aromatics

    In a large pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.

  2. 2

    Add the Spices

    Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped green chili. Cook for another minute.

  3. 3

    Cook the Lamb

    Add the ground lamb to the pan and cook until browned. Break it apart with a spatula as it cooks.

  4. 4

    Mix in the Tomatoes and Spices

    Add the chopped tomato, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Stir well and cook for 10-15 minutes until the mixture thickens.

  5. 5

    Finish with Cilantro

    Once the keema is cooked, stir in the chopped cilantro and remove from heat.

Preparing Pav Buns

  1. 6

    Butter the Buns

    Slice the pav buns in half and spread butter on each side.

  2. 7

    Toast the Buns

    In a skillet, toast the buttered buns until golden brown on both sides.

  3. 8

    Assemble the Dish

    Place a generous spoonful of keema on the bottom half of each bun. If using, sprinkle grated cheese on top and cover with the other half of the bun.

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