Aloo Keema (Ground Meat with Potatoes)

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef (or lamb)
• 2 medium Potatoes
• 1 large Onion
• 1 can (14oz) Tomatoes
• 1 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste
• 2 small Green chilies
• 1 tsp Cumin powder
• 1 tsp Coriander powder
• 0.5 tsp Turmeric powder
• 0.5 tsp Red chili powder
• 1 tsp Garam masala
• 1 tsp Salt
• 2 tbsp Cooking oil
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. 1Place a 12-inch heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat (350°F / 175°C) and add the 2 tablespoons of cooking oil.
2. 2Add the 1 large chopped onion to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until it is golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.
3. 3Add the 1 tablespoon of ginger-garlic paste and the 2 small chopped green chilies to the pot. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. 4Add the 1 lb of ground beef (or lamb) to the pot. Break it up with a spoon and cook until it is browned all over, about 5-7 minutes. Drain off any excess fat.
5. 5Stir in the 1 can (14oz) of diced tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of cumin powder, 1 teaspoon of coriander powder, 0.5 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 0.5 teaspoon of red chili powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Cook, stirring, until the tomatoes have softened, about 3-5 minutes.
6. 6Add the 2 medium peeled and diced potatoes to the pot. Pour in enough water to just cover the potatoes. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
7. 7Stir in the 1 teaspoon of garam masala. Serve hot, garnished with the 2 tablespoons of fresh cilantro.

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