Baked Ground Meat And Bulgur (lebanese Kibbeh)
Kibbeh is a popular dish in Eastern Arabian cuisine, particularly in Lebanon. It is a delicious baked dish made with ground meat and bulgur, flavored with aromatic spices.
Ingredients
- 1 cup bulgur
- 1 pound ground beef or lamb
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon allspice
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Rinse the bulgur in a fine-mesh sieve and drain well.
- In a large bowl, mix the bulgur, ground meat, chopped onion, olive oil, allspice, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Press half of the mixture into the bottom of a greased baking dish to form an even layer.
- Spread the filling evenly over the meat layer.
- Top with the remaining bulgur mixture, pressing it down gently.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- Serve the kibbeh hot with a side of yogurt or a fresh salad.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Baking dish Mixing bowl Fine-mesh sieve
Tools
Oven Baking sheet
Serving suggestions
Serve the baked kibbeh with a side of tabbouleh and hummus for a complete Eastern Arabian meal.
Tips & tricks
For a crispy top, brush the kibbeh with a little olive oil before baking.
Cost
$15