Keema Pav Burger

Keema Pav Burger is a delicious Indian-inspired burger featuring spiced minced meat served in a soft bun, perfect for a satisfying meal. This dish combines the richness of keema with the simplicity of a burger, making it a unique and flavorful experience.

Ingredients

• Ground lamb or beef - 250 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Tomato - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Ginger-garlic paste - 1 tablespoon
• Green chili - 1, finely chopped
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Garam masala - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Oil - 2 tablespoons
• Pav (Indian bread rolls) - 2
• Butter - 1 tablespoon (for toasting buns)
• Lettuce leaves - 2
• Sliced onion - 2 slices
• Sliced tomato - 2 slices
• Cheese slice - 2 (optional)

Steps

1. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
2. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and green chili, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
3. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add the ground meat to the pan and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
5. Stir in the garam masala, cumin powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the meat is well cooked and flavors meld together.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro. Set aside.
7. In another pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and toast the pav until golden brown on both sides.
8. Assemble the burger by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of the toasted pav, followed by a generous portion of keema, a slice of onion, a slice of tomato, and a cheese slice if using. Top with the other half of the pav.
9. Serve immediately with a side of chutney or ketchup.

Nutrition

• Calories: 540
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains spices that may have anti-inflammatory properties.

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