Dairy-Free Keema

Savor the bold and aromatic flavors of Dairy-Free Keema, a delicious twist on a classic South Asian comfort dish. This one-pan recipe features tender ground beef or lamb infused with a medley of warming spices, including cumin, coriander, garam masala, and turmeric. Freshly chopped tomatoes and frozen peas add layers of natural sweetness and brightness, while a finishing touch of cilantro and lemon juice ties everything together. Perfectly free of dairy, this keema is versatile enough to pair with fluffy rice, warm flatbreads, or a crisp side salad. With just 15 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of cooking time, this savory and satisfying dish is an ideal choice for a gluten-free and dairy-free weeknight dinner packed with flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large, finely chopped Onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 inch, grated Ginger
• 1 finely chopped Green chili
• 500 grams Ground beef or lamb
• 2 medium, chopped Tomato
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 100 grams Frozen peas
• 0.5 bunch, chopped Fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped green chili. Cook for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.

Step 5

Add the ground beef or lamb to the skillet. Cook, breaking up any lumps, until the meat is browned.

Step 6

Stir in the chopped tomatoes, coriander powder, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes are soft and oil starts to separate.

Step 7

Add the frozen peas and mix well. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for about 10 minutes on low heat until the peas are cooked and the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Stir in the garam masala and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Before serving, sprinkle chopped cilantro and drizzle with lemon juice.

Step 10

Serve hot with rice, bread, or a side salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1166.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1842.0

Total Fat 131.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 400mg	0%
Sodium 5125.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.3g	0%
Total Sugars 36.8g
Protein 98.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 291.9mg	0%
Iron 22.4mg	0%
Potassium 2783.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.5%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 15.2%