Keema Bhutuwa Recipe

Name: Keema Bhutuwa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground lamb (chicken or pork can also be used); 1 cup green peas; 1 cup spring onion, cut into 1/2-inch length; 1 cup chopped onion; 1 cup chopped tomato; 5 garlic cloves, minced; 1 inch gingerroot, minced; 3 dried red hot chili peppers; 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds; 1 teaspoon hot chili powder; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 tablespoon cumin powder; 4 tablespoons cooking oil, for stir-frying; 1 cup broth or 1 cup water; 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely mined; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

2 lbs ground lamb (chicken or pork can also be used)
1 cup green peas
1 cup spring onion, cut into 1/2-inch length
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped tomato
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 inch gingerroot, minced
3 dried red hot chili peppers
1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
1 teaspoon hot chili powder
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 tablespoon cumin powder
4 tablespoons cooking oil, for stir-frying
1 cup broth or 1 cup water
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely mined
salt and pepper

1
In a non-stick pan, heat four tablespoons of oil.
2
Add fenugreek seeds and red chilies and fry till dark.
3
Add turmeric, garlic, ginger, cumin and chili powder; fry for another 30 sec.
4
Add chopped onions and stir fry until light brown.
5
Put chopped tomatoes and cook for about five minutes.
6
Add ground meat to the pan; stir to break up into lumps.
7
Salt and pepper the meat mixture.
8
Set heat to medium and continue to stir fry the meat until cooked.
9
It may require some broth or water to moisten, if it starts to burn.
10
Add green peas and spring onion; stir for another two minutes.
11
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper; garnish with fresh cilantro.
12
Drain excess oil, if necessary.
13
Serve with stir-fried vegetables and rice, or roti (flat bread).

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs ground lamb (chicken or pork can also be used), 1 cup green peas, 1 cup spring onion, cut into 1/2-inch length, 1 cup chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Keema Bhutuwa falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Keema Bhutuwa

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