Spiced Keema Wrap

Name: Spiced Keema Wrap
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (or lamb); 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 yellow onion, finely diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 inch fresh ginger, grated; 1 green chili (serrano or jalapeño), finely chopped; 1 tbsp garam masala; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1/2 tsp ground turmeric; 2 tomato, diced; 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed; 1 tsp salt; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/2 cup Greek yogurt; 1 cucumber, grated and squeezed to remove excess water; 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, finely chopped; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 4 large flatbread (naan or roti), warmed; 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced; 2 cups lettuce leaves, torn

35 minMediumServes 4430 cal/serving

IndianLunchStovetopStandardHigh ProteinPork-Free

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef (or lamb)
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 yellow onion, finely diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 inch fresh ginger, grated
1 green chili (serrano or jalapeño), finely chopped
1 tbsp garam masala
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp ground turmeric
2 tomato, diced
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 tsp salt
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1 cucumber, grated and squeezed to remove excess water
2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
1 tbsp lemon juice
4 large flatbread (naan or roti), warmed
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
2 cups lettuce leaves, torn

Instructions

1

First, prepare the raita (yogurt sauce): In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1 grated and squeezed to remove excess water cucumber, 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint leaves, half of the 1 tbsp lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.
2

Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 finely diced yellow onion and sauté until softened and beginning to brown, about 5 minutes.
3

Add 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 inch grated fresh ginger, and 1 finely chopped green chili (serrano or jalapeño). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4

Add 1 lb ground beef (or lamb) and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
5

Add 1 tbsp garam masala, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, and 1/2 tsp ground turmeric. Stir well to coat the meat with the spices and cook for 1 minute.
6

Add diced 2 diced tomato, 1/2 cup thawed frozen peas, and 1 tsp salt. Cook for another 5 minutes until the tomatoes break down and the mixture is relatively dry. Stir in half of the 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and remove from heat.
7

Warm 4 warmed large flatbread (naan or roti) according to package instructions or in a dry skillet for a few seconds on each side.
8

To assemble the wraps, spread a layer of the yogurt sauce on each flatbread, leaving a border around the edges. Add a portion of the spiced meat mixture down the center.
9

Top with 2 cups torn lettuce leaves, 1/2 thinly sliced red onion, and remaining cilantro. Drizzle with remaining lemon juice if desired.
10

Fold in the sides of the flatbread and roll up tightly. Cut in half diagonally and serve immediately.

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Questions

What is Spiced Keema Wrap?

A flavorful Indian-inspired wrap filled with aromatic spiced ground meat (keema), fresh vegetables, and cooling yogurt sauce. This portable lunch option delivers authentic South Asian flavors in a convenient package. This reference files it under Indian lunch: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 35 minutes start to finish.

Why salt and drain the vegetables in Spiced Keema Wrap?

Salt pulls water out. Doing it at step 1 means that water ends up in the colander rather than in the finished dish.

What can I use instead of garam masala in Spiced Keema Wrap?

The entry for Spiced Keema Wrap calls for 1 tbsp garam masala. In its place: Mix two parts each of ground cumin and coriander with one part each of black pepper, cinnamon and cardamom. Curry powder is a different blend but works in a pinch.

How hot is Spiced Keema Wrap?

Moderately. The heat in Spiced Keema Wrap comes from 1 green chili (serrano or jalapeño), finely chopped. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the green chili, or use half; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Can I make Spiced Keema Wrap gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Spiced Keema Wrap is 4 large flatbread (naan or roti), warmed. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

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