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Beef Keema Rice (Ground Beef Biriyani) Recipe

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Beef Keema Rice is a flavorful and aromatic ground beef biriyani-style dish made with tender basmati rice, lean ground beef, spices, and garnished with fried onions and fresh cilantro. It combines the rich spices of Indian cuisine with a straightforward stovetop cooking method, resulting in a deeply satisfying one-pot meal perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Rice

  • 1 cup (180g) basmati rice
  • 3–4 cups water (for cooking rice)
  • 1 tbsp (12g) olive oil

Main Ingredients

  • 1 (170g) medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 (17g) garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp ginger paste or minced ginger
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, minced (optional)
  • 2 tbsp (34g) tomato paste
  • 1 lb (454g) lean ground beef (90-96% lean preferred)
  • 1/2 cup (85g) frozen peas
  • 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped + more for garnish

Spices

  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1/4 tsp garam masala (additional)
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 2 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp Kashmiri red chili (or 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper as substitute)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and Cook Rice: Rinse the basmati rice until the water runs clear. Add the rice to a pot, cover with 3-4 cups of water, and bring to a boil. Cook the rice until al dente, about 8 minutes, stirring often. Drain and set aside.
  2. Fry Onions: Heat a heavy skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add sliced onions with a pinch of salt and turmeric. Fry the onions until golden brown, about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Reserve Some Onions: Remove half of the fried onions and set aside for garnish later.
  4. Sauté Aromatics: To the remaining onions in the skillet, add minced garlic, ginger paste, and minced jalapeño if using. Cook for about 2 minutes until the raw smell disappears and aromas develop.
  5. Add Tomato Paste: Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to combine flavors.
  6. Cook Ground Beef with Spices: Crumble the lean ground beef into the skillet. Sprinkle all the spices over the beef and stir occasionally, breaking the meat up, until fully cooked.
  7. Add Peas and Deglaze: Pour in 1 cup of water and add frozen peas. Stir and scrape the bottom of the pan to deglaze and incorporate browned bits. Simmer gently for 1 minute.
  8. Combine Rice and Cilantro: Add the cooked rice and chopped cilantro to the beef mixture. Stir well to combine and taste to adjust salt if needed.
  9. Final Simmer: Reduce the heat to low. Layer the reserved fried onions and additional cilantro on top. Cover the skillet and cook on low heat for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld and rice to become soft and fluffy.

Notes

  • Kashmiri red chili powder is milder and more vibrant in color than cayenne powder; use cayenne cautiously if substituting.
  • Using lean ground beef (90-96% lean) helps keep the dish less greasy.
  • For a spicier dish, increase the amount of jalapeño or chili powder.
  • Rinsing basmati rice thoroughly prevents the grains from sticking and results in fluffier rice.
  • This dish is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Keywords: Beef Keema Rice, Ground Beef Biriyani, Indian Rice Recipe, Spiced Ground Beef, One Pot Meal, Easy Indian Dinner

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