Husband's Favourite Classic Keema Matar Recipe | Mince and Pea Curry

Keema matar (English: "pea and minced meat"),[1] also rendered Qeema matar, is a dish from the Indian subcontinent associated with the Mughals. The term is derived from Chaghatai Turkic 'قیمه' (minced meat).

Keema, is a staple curry in many Pakistani households. This particular version, Classic Keema Matar (mince with peas) is one of two favourites in my own house, the other being Aloo Keema (mince with potatoes). Both curries can be made following this recipe, simply replace the peas with potatoes.

I hope you enjoy my Husband's Favourite Classic Keema Matar Recipe | Mince and Pea Curry. For those that are interested in the items I use in my kitchen, take a look at some of them on my Amazon Store, which can be found at the following link:

See how I make my Classic Keema/Qeema Matar Curry

Ingredients:

500g lamb mince
150g frozen peas
1 medium onion finely diced
2 medium tomatoes finely diced
1/3 cup of oil
1 teaspoon of:
salt
coriander powder, garam masala and kashmeri chilli powder
1/2 teaspoon of:
regular chilli powder and turmeric powder
3 bay leaves and 2 black cardamom pods
1 frozen peice each of ginger and garlic cubes
1/2 tablespoon of dried fenugreek leaves (kasoori methi)
3 green chillies sliced lengthways (optional)
fresh coriander to garnish
water in a jug

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[Edward-nvgp]

This was the first curry I ever ate and 25 yrs later its still my favorite. My mum was rushed to hospital and our neighbor took me in and looked after me for a couple of days. I was really upset, but on the first night we had this with chapatis and although I wasn't used to the spice, it was the tastiest thing I had ever eaten; such a bad and good memory at the same time. Thanks for the recipe x

[steveed]

Great video says the "old white guy” - that’s me. My first ever experience of Pakistani food was at a work mates house 40yrs ago when I gifted him some exercise equipment, his mum fed me keema matar - I will never forget the amazing taste. She too apologised for speaking Punjabi, which made me feel awkward because I never thought it odd that I spoke English - it’s my language and you should never feel the need for saying sorry for speaking yours. Ever since I have been trying home recipes like yours to bring back that memory.
I will be cooking this tonight😂

[asadashraf]

My favorite dish has always been keema mattur, especially the way my mum made it. She passed away a few years ago, and I’ve missed having it because no one could ever make it as perfectly as she did. But I made it myself for the first time last week using this video, and Alhamdulillah, it the closest I’ve had to how my mum made it. Thank you.

[freck]

I’ve just had this for tea, and I can honestly say this is by far the best keema mattur I have made. Thank you for the techniques and the lesson 👍🏻

[anooppatel]

I've just made this curry and followed the steps and it has turned out to be the best keema curry i've tasted !!.. its a classic dish with lots of flavour ... just remember to follow the instructions to the letter and you cant go wrong .. especially cooking off the excess water which seals all the flavour ..10 out of 10

[janetrhule]

I'm making this for my Sunday dinner. Your recipes are delicious, not overly complicated, and I love how you give step by step instructions and also heat setting. I'm beginning to enjoy cooking now, thank you 😊

[LightingJedi]

Today is Mother’s Day 2023 my first without my mum .. she passed away end of last year suddenly with pulmonary Fibrosis I decided in memory of her to find a kheema recipe thank you your bubbly character really cheered me up and I’m now making it and it’s turned out delicious and I’m having it with Rice but I used Turkey instead just for health reasons just wanted to share that with you 😔🙏🏼💜

[BrianShea-ekfv]

I grew up in south Asia. This was a staple. Your recipe is a nice upgrade. I live in iowa now and my friends are always impressed with my south Asian food. I love keema but I am going to try it exactly like you made. It was always a staple in the house. Thank you for the video.

[sahotachauffeurs]

It's been 47 years since I've known this dish. My Mother used to cook this for us, just the way you did. Well Done!

[ronaldworth]

Nice to see someone happy in their home

[thehelpfulhobbyist]

I would like to express my heartfelt thanks for sharing your cooking dishes and ideas. You've simplified Pakistani cooking and all your meals look mouthwatering 😋.

[tonyburton]

Sep 2024 - Just now cooked this, just added some coconut milk (from powder) to bring chilli heat down for the Mrs Excellent recipe, as always, - served with spiced wedges.

[TheBinoyVudi]

Dear lord. Have mercy. This thing is so good, it make my mouth water. Your husband is a lucky man ☺️

[Seharkhan]

This is one of my favourite dish with white rice; we have this meal as one of our traditional weekends; every month along with Mutton and chicken pilau and even gosht with mix veg curry and white rice! ❤

[BabuBalram-veqw]

Like your prep and how you lay all ingredients out at the start. Thanks and will give ut a go

[rogerfranklin]

I’m no cook, but I gave this a try today and it worked out very well despite being short of a couple of ingredients. Your video and instructions are very clear. Thanks.

[terryhill]

Making this on the weekend, it's the 4th time I have made it. I use about 2kg of mince and the multiply all the ingredients by 4.
Meals for next week done.
Me and the wife love this recipe, thanks Shamza.

[carolyncooper]

Tried this tonight with minced chicken and it was delicious. Your recipes are easy to follow and all the spices blend together perfectly. I’ll be trying lots more thanks 🙏🏻

[nanibahra]

Been watching you guys for ages and I have to say it’s such a wholesome great informative channel. I have many recipes saved including this one. God Bless

[lisarose]

Hi, Just wanted to say Thankyou so much for sharing your fantastic easy to follow receipe. I am currently on day 5 of having covid and feel horrendous but my husband is going to cook this for me tonight following your instructions cant wait as its just what i need 👍😘