Kibbeh
Crispy Middle Eastern meatballs made with ground beef, bulgur wheat, and warm spices. Traditionally served with yogurt and fresh herbs for dipping.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 24g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Soak bulgur wheat in hot water for 15 minutes until softened. Drain well and squeeze out excess moisture.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine drained bulgur, ground beef, minced onion, mint, parsley, cumin, coriander, black pepper, and salt.
Step 3
Add ice water gradually while mixing with your hands until the mixture becomes sticky and holds together. Chill for 15 minutes.
Step 4
Wet your hands with cold water. Shape mixture into elongated oval or torpedo shapes about 2.5 inches long.
Step 5
Heat vegetable oil to 350°F in a deep skillet or Dutch oven. Working in batches, fry kibbeh for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
Step 6
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately while hot.
Tools you’ll need
- large mixing bowl
- deep skillet or Dutch oven
- candy/deep-fry thermometer
- slotted spoon
- paper towels
- knife and cutting board
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