This delicious Keema Kaleji recipe from Toddler Recipes Australia is the perfect way to introduce Indian-inspired flavours into your toddler’s diet. It’s easy to prepare and a great source of protein, vitamins and minerals. With aromatic spices and rich flavours, this dish is sure to please both adults and kids alike. Serve it over rice or with roti for an exciting mealtime experience your toddler will love.

General Information

• Servings: 3 to 4
• Keywords: curry, ground meat, easy
• Calories: 300
• Protein: 17g
• Carbs: 11g
• Fats: 17g
• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

• 500g lean ground beef
• 4 ghee (clarified butter) or cooking oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 thumb-size piece of ginger, finely chopped
• 2 green chili peppers, finely chopped
• 2 large tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 200g diced kaleji (lamb liver)
• 1 tablespoon freshly chopped coriander leaves (optional)
• Ground pepper to taste

Directions

1. Heat ghee in a large pan over medium-high heat.
2. Add the onions, garlic, ginger, and green chilies and sauté until the onions are softened and lightly browned.
3. Add the diced kaleji and cook for 2 minutes, stirring often.
4. Add the ground beef and cook for about 10 minutes, until lightly browned.
5. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for 10 minutes, stirring often.
6. Add the garam masala, turmeric powder and some freshly ground pepper to the pan and stir everything together.
7. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Finally, add the freshly chopped coriander leaves (optional), stir to combine and remove from heat.
9. Your Keema Kaleji is ready!

_Joke alert: Q.What did one onion say to the other? A. “are you coming to the lejii tonight?”

Recommended Sides

Keema Kaleji pairs perfectly with steamed basmati rice, tandoori rotis, or a simple toasted naan bread. Add a side of raita (a yogurt based salad) or pickle for added flavor.

_Joke alert: Q. What did one piece of naan bread say to the other? A. “Let’s get together sometimes…naan know when!”