Easy Stovetop Pakistani Palak Keema, is a beloved dish in Pakistani cuisine. This flavorful recipe pairs ground beef with a blend of spices and the nutritious touch of spinach.
WHAT IS PALAK KEEMA?
Easy Stovetop Pakistani Palak Keema is one of the most cherished Pakistani main dish recipes, with origins in North India and Pakistan. It features flavorful ground beef nestled in a wholesome layer of spinach. This is my parents' favorite Pakistani recipe when they want to give us a boost of iron.
With its mildly spiced and delicious taste, it’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal and can also be served as an impressive side dish for special occasions or gatherings just like Shimla Mirch Keema and Anda Keema.
WHAT KIND OF MEAT TO USE FOR PALAK KEEMA?
Although this Palak Keema recipe calls for ground beef, ground chicken, lamb, or turkey can also be great alternatives. The flavors and essence of the dish remain just as delicious with these variations.
INGREDIENTS
- Ground beef – When adding the ground beef, be sure to break it into small pieces, avoiding any large chunks. A finer texture is essential for achieving the perfect consistency in the dish.
- Spinach – For the best results, use fresh spinach rather than frozen spinach in this recipe.
HOW TO MAKE PALAK KEEMA?
Add a tomato and green pepper.
Next add powdered spices and salt.
Add ground beef.
Now add yogurt.
Add spinach.
Mix well.
Place the lid on the pot and let it cook.
It should look like this.
Add the garnish and done.
HOW TO STORE IT?
Palak Keema can be stored in both the refrigerator and freezer with great results. When refrigerated, it stays fresh for 3-4 days, and when frozen, it can last for 2-3 months. This recipe is perfect for both options, allowing you to enjoy its flavors even after thawing overnight and reheating it on the stovetop for a freshly made taste.
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Easy Stovetop Pakistani Palak Keema
Ingredients
- 1 lbs ground beef
- 1 lbs spinach fresh, chopped
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 1 onion thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp ginger garlic paste
- 2 tbsp yogurt
- 2 green peppers
- 1 tomato chopped
Whole spices
- 3 green cardamoms
- 2 black cardamoms
- small piece cinnamon stick
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 5 black peppercorns
- 3 cloves
- 2 long dried red pepper
Powdered spices
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 2 tbsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt or as needed
Garnish
- ¼ tsp Garam Masala powder
- 1 tsp dried fenugreek leaves sukhi kasoori methi
Instructions
- In a medium size pot, on medium heat, add oil to the pot, and let it heat up.
- Add onion and sauté it until it's brown.
- Next add whole spices and mix well.
- Add ginger garlic paste and mix well.
- Next add tomato and green peppers and mix well.
- Now add powdered spices and salt.
- Add ground beef, make sure the ground beef is in little pieces and you're not left with big chunks of ground beef in the pot.
- Let it cook until all the ground beef is brown or half cooked.
- Add yogurt and mix well.
- Now add the fresh spinach and mix well.
- Let it cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Cover the pot with the lid.
- Turn the stove to medium-low and let it cook for 5-7 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh lemon juice, Garam Masala powder, and dried fenugreek leaves.
- Enjoy with fresh chapatis.
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