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Keema Spice Mix

March 20, 2018 By All That I'm Eating 17 Comments

Pouring rice into a pan with some vegetables, seasoning and water has to be one of the most satisfying meals to cook. It all goes in together, bubbles away and then in no time a deliciously fragrant meal is ready. My keema spice mix is designed just for this purpose; to be simply added to rice dishes for a fantastic flavour in moments. You’ll find a few recipe suggestions for using this spice mix below and you can of course add in or leave out any spices you want more of or don’t like. You can’t do that with a shop bought mix.

spices for keema mix

Ingredients

You will need:

  • 2 tbsp garam masala
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • ½ tbsp turmeric
  • ½ tbsp ground coriander
  • ½ tbsp ground fenugreek
  • 1 tsp dried chillies
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried coriander (leaf)
  • 1 tsp salt

close up of different spices for spice mix

Method

Simply measure out the ingredients, add to a little tub with a lid and give everything a good shake to ensure it’s well mixed.

My garlic powder was a bit lumpy when I went to use it but it all broke down after an enthusiastic shaking.

finished keema spice mix

I have three favourite ways to use this keema spice mix. Firstly it is fantastic to make a simple keema rice, similar to this recipe, just add a spoonful of the spice mix before adding the water. Secondly it makes a great marinade. Just mix it half and half with plain yoghurt and marinate chicken or paneer (similar recipe here) before griddling. Thirdly, try adding the spice mix and some fried onion to some minced lamb and making some lamb keema meatballs. Delicious served wrapped in a naan with raita and salad or use to make a keema meatball curry.

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Comments

  1. Alida says

    March 20, 2018 at 21:42

    Very nice. I love spices but I have never made my own mix. Great idea!

    Reply
  2. Gloria Roa Baker says

    March 20, 2018 at 22:21

    Nice! Love spices !!

    Reply
  3. angiesrecipes says

    March 21, 2018 at 05:24

    Awesome! I bet it would work just as great as chicken rub.

    Reply
    • Caroline Taylor says

      March 26, 2018 at 11:31

      It definitely would!

      Reply
  4. John / Kitchen Riffs says

    March 21, 2018 at 14:11

    Wow, this looks SO tasty! And I have all of the spices on hand. So I can whip up a batch of this in a jiffy! Thanks so much.

    Reply
  5. Monica says

    March 21, 2018 at 15:00

    So smart! I love this idea…and now I’ll be thinking about spice mix combinations all day. Good thing we’re having a snow day anyway so there’s plenty of time. : )

    Reply
  6. heather (delicious not gorgeous) says

    March 22, 2018 at 02:06

    this sounds so flavorful! my friend seasons her chicken with keema and tosses it with pasta, and it’s sososo good.

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  7. Evelyne CulturEatz says

    March 22, 2018 at 15:46

    Oh wow this keema spice mix sounds fabulous and so many uses. And make rice amazing.

    Reply
  8. Miriam says

    March 22, 2018 at 21:52

    Sounds like a wonderful spice mix full of flavour – would love to try it to make rice and marinate!

    Miriam x

    Reply
  9. Susie | Mile High Dreamers says

    March 23, 2018 at 03:01

    Whaaaaat?! How have I never heard about this?? This sounds absolutely delicious. I want to try it with rice ASAP!

    Reply
  10. David says

    March 23, 2018 at 13:44

    A good spice mix is invaluable in the kitchen! I’ve never had this mix before – looking forward to adding it to my spice collection!

    Reply
  11. Cathleen says

    March 25, 2018 at 05:35

    You have opened my eyes girl! I have never even thought of adding spice mixes to rice. I have always made them plain and white and flavourless. Need to try this with rice!

    Reply
  12. Laura says

    March 26, 2018 at 18:44

    I can think of a hundred (ok, well maybe 10) uses right away for this! Especially because I have each of the spices right here in my spice drawer! Thanks for the rrecipe! I’m looking forward to trying this gorgeous spice mix!

    Reply
  13. Karen (Back Road Journal) says

    March 26, 2018 at 19:05

    Thanks for all the suggestions of how to use your spice mix. I’ll definitely give it a try.

    Reply
  14. grace says

    March 27, 2018 at 16:11

    what a complex blend of spices! the flavor, the aromas, the textures, oh my!

    Reply
  15. JulesAtWolfItDown says

    April 11, 2018 at 20:07

    Ah keema! Honestly I love keema, I remember my short cheffing career where keema pau was a staple dish! Since going vegan obviously I would need to alter the recipe, but the magic really is in the spice 😀 x

    Reply
  16. Chef Mimi says

    August 22, 2022 at 20:52

    I’d saved this recipe, but never commented! I haven’t made it yet, but I will….

    Reply

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