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Keema Kabsa

Recipe by Mohammed Moosa on InstagramAdded 1 November 2026.

20 minutes to prep, 30 to cook. Keema Kabsa is a hearty Middle Eastern rice dish featuring spiced minced meat, potatoes, and aromatic vegetables. The combination of garam masala, chili, and yogurt creates a rich, savory flavor that the basmati rice absorbs, making it perfect for a comforting family dinner.

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Keema Kabsa by Mohammed Moosa, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. Wash the basmati rice thoroughly; no soaking required.

  2. Heat a pot over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped chilies until fragrant.

  3. Add the cubed potatoes and ginger paste, cooking for a few minutes.

  4. Stir in the cumin, coriander, chili powder, and garam masala.

  5. Add the minced lamb or beef, cooking until browned.

  6. Mix in the blended tomatoes and yogurt, season with salt and black pepper, and let the mixture simmer briefly.

  7. Bring the pot to a boil, then add the washed rice and stir gently.

  8. Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and cook until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, about 15‑20 minutes.

Tips while you cook

Sauté aromatics first
Sauté the onion, garlic, and chilies until fragrant before adding potatoes.
Add rice after boiling
Bring the pot to a boil, then stir in the washed rice before covering.
Cover and cook low
Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and cook 15‑20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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