Keema Pav or Bun Keema (Indian-style Sloppy Joes)
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp light cooking oil
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 medium-sized onion finely chopped
- 1 tbsp finely chopped ginger
- 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic
- 1/2 tsp red chilli powder
- 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tbsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp garam masala powder
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 medium-sized tomatoes finely chopped
- salt to taste
- 1 lb lean ground chicken
- a handful fresh coriander leaves finely chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil in a non-stick pan and add in the cumin seeds. As soon as they begin to sizzle, add in chopped onions, and fry for 3-5 minutes on medium-high heat until it starts to brown along the edges. Add in ginger and garlic and sauté for another minute or two till fragrant.
- Add in spices and tomato paste, and fry for a couple of minutes to blend well.
- Mix in tomatoes and salt, and cook covered for a few minutes till well incorporated. Add in the ground chicken, mix well and let it cook covered on low heat for another 10 minutes until the chicken is completely cooked through.
- Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and serve hot sandwiched in buns with a side of salad and/or fries.
Notes
For a VEGAN/VEGETARIAN version: Use ground soy meat/TVP instead of ground chicken.