Aloo Qeema
Aloo Qeema is a classic Pakistani dish made with ground beef and potatoes, seasoned with aromatic spices. This easy-to-follow recipe offers both stovetop and Instant Pot methods, allowing you to prepare it quickly in under 30 minutes. The dish is versatile, can be served with naan, roti, or rice, and even customized with different ground meats or vegetables. It’s also great for meal prep, storing well in the fridge or freezer for later use. The recipe is perfect for beginners and experienced cooks alike, providing a flavorful, satisfying meal with minimal effort.
Equipment
Ingredients
- Oil
- 2 lbs Qeema (beef, mutton, chicken)
- 1/2 Onion chopped/sliced
- 2 tbsp Ginger garlic paste
- 4 tbsp Yogurt
- 2 Tomatoes
- 1/2 cup Fried onions
- Salt or to taste
- 1 tsap Red chilli powder
- 1 tsp Coriander powder
- Turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp Cumin powder
- 1/2 tsp Paprika
- Black pepper
- Garam masala powder
Whole spices
- Black cardamom
- 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds
- Cinnamon stick
- 10-12 Black pepper
- 5-6 Cloves
- 3 Red button chili
Garnishing
- Green chillies
- Ginger
- Cilatro
Instructions
- Turn on the Instant Pot and select the sauté function and add oil.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
- Add ground beef and break it down.
- Add ginger garlic paste and cook for 2-3 mins.
- Next add whole spices and mix well.
- Add salt, and powdered spices. Cook until all the spices are mixed well.
- Next add fried onions, and yogurt and mix everything until well combined.
- Mix in blended tomatoes, and cook for 2-3 mins.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to sealing position, and select the pressure cook function. Cook on high pressure for about 8 minutes. (Cooking times may vary)
- Once the cooking time is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then carefully do a quick pressure release.
- Now add potatoes and cover and cook on pressure cook for 2 mins.
- Remove the lid, sprinkle some black pepper and garam masala pwder.
- Next dish it out and garnish with green chillies, cilantro and ginger and enjoy :)
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