Kibbeh

Kibbeh

K

Khalid Al Falasi

9 Feb 2026

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Cook

40 mins

Serves

4 People

Calories

350 calories

Savor the rich flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine with this hearty Kibbeh, featuring spiced ground lamb and bulgur wheat. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive gathering with friends and family.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup bulgur wheat
  • 1 cup ground lamb or beef
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp allspice
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Method

  1. 1

    Soak the bulgur wheat in water for about 20 minutes until it absorbs the water and becomes soft.

  2. 2

    In a mixing bowl, combine the soaked bulgur with ground lamb or beef, chopped onion, cinnamon, allspice, salt, and black pepper. Knead the mixture until well combined.

  3. 3

    Take a small portion of the mixture and shape it into an oval or torpedo shape, about the size of a small egg. Repeat until all the mixture is shaped.

  4. 4

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the kibbeh and fry until all sides are browned and cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.

  5. 5

    Remove the kibbeh from the skillet and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.

  6. 6

    Serve hot with a side of yogurt or tahini sauce, and enjoy your traditional Kibbeh.

Nutrition per serving

350kcal
Calories

Fat

12g

Carbs

40g

Protein

25g

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Rate this recipe

4.7 · 42 ratings

Comments

E
Emiliano Gonzalez13/02/2026

This kibbeh recipe beautifully combines savory flavors and hearty textures for a satisfying meal.

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Wei Wang13/02/2026

I loved the perfect balance of flavors and textures in this delicious kibbeh recipe.

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