This meal combines the rich flavors of spicy Qeema with the aromatic basmati rice and the unique taste of Kasi Phal. Let's get started!

Ingredients

For the Qeema:
- 500g Halal ground beef or chicken
- 3 tablespoons oil ️
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- 2 tomatoes (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
- 3 green chilies (sliced) ️
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 2 teaspoons red chili powder ️
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)

For the Basmati Rice:
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon oil or ghee ️

For the Kasi Phal (Pumpkin Curry):
- 500g pumpkin (peeled and cubed)
- 2 tablespoons oil ️
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 2 tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder ️
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the Qeema:

1. Heat the Oil:
- In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle. ️➡️

2. Sauté the Onions:
- Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until they become golden brown. ➡️

3. Add Ginger-Garlic Paste:
- Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for a couple of minutes until the raw smell disappears. ➡️

4. Cook the Tomatoes:
- Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy. ➡️

5. Add the Spices:
- Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, ground coriander, and salt. Mix well and cook for a few minutes until the oil starts to separate from the masala. ️➡️

6. Add the Qeema:
- Add the ground beef or chicken to the pot and stir well to coat it with the spice mixture. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. ➡️

7. Simmer:
- Add a little water if necessary and simmer until the Qeema is fully cooked and tender. Add garam masala and mix well. ➡️

8. Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot. ➡️️

Prepare the Basmati Rice:

1. Rinse the Rice:
- Rinse the basmati rice in cold water until the water runs clear. ➡️

2. Cook the Rice:
- In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the salt and oil or ghee. ️➡️
- Add the rinsed rice to the boiling water. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed. ➡️

3. Fluff the Rice:
- Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork. ➡️

Prepare the Kasi Phal (Pumpkin Curry):

1. Heat the Oil:
- In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle. ️➡️

2. Sauté the Onions:
- Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until they become golden brown. ➡️

3. Add Ginger-Garlic Paste:
- Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for