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Aloo Keema

Early childhood services OSHC
An iconic Pakistani curry to warm little bellies. Aloo means potato and keema means ground beef.
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Aloo keema served in a cast iron dish with a wooden spoon
SF Soy free NF Nut free EF Egg free DF Dairy free Main meal
Ingredients
Serves
people
Method
  1. Cook rice as per packet or rice cooker instructions (with optional saffron).
  2. In a large saucepan over medium heat, fry oil and spices with the onion, garlic and ginger for approximately 2 minutes, or until onion has softened.
  3. Add beef mince and Worcestershire sauce, stir to combine and cook until meat has browned.
  4. Add the potatoes, frozen vegetables, tomato paste and crushed tomatoes. Stir constantly so potatoes do not stick on the bottom. You may need to add a little water to prevent meat and potatoes sticking.
  5. Reduce the heat to a medium boil. Cook until potatoes are tender and liquid has reduced. You can thicken with corn flour if needed.
  6. Serve with rice and whatever green vegetables are in season.

Allergy modification

For wheat free or gluten free option, check label of Worcestershire sauce and choose products with no wheat or gluten.

Recipe tip

  • Serve with a side of seasonal veg, such as steamed green beans or broccoli to boost vegetables serves and variety.

Each serve provides

Food group Children’s serves
Meat/alternatives 1 children's serve
Vegetables 0.9 children's serve
Grains 0.95 children's serve
The nutritional information provided is based on the exact ingredients and method as shown. Any variation/s to the ingredients or method may alter the nutritional outcome.

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Recipe adapted from Long Day Care Recipe Competition - entry by Newport Gardens Early Years Centre. The nutritional information provided is based on the exact ingredients and method as shown. Any variation/s to the ingredients or method may alter the nutritional outcome.

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