{"id":"recipe_c176e3835e","slug":"fried-kibbeh","title":"Fried Kibbeh","description":"Crispy, football-shaped bulgur shells stuffed with a savory spiced ground beef and pine nut filling. A staple of Mediterranean cuisine, served as a perfect snack or appetizer.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":45,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":65,"activeMinutes":45},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g fine bulgur","name":"Bulgur Wheat","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2.5,"usUnit":"cup","form":"fine","notes":"washed and drained","group":"Shell","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"500g lean ground beef","name":"Ground Beef","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.1,"usUnit":"lb","form":"ground","notes":"extra lean for the shell","group":"Shell","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1 large onion","name":"Onion","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"finely grated","notes":"yellow or white","group":"Shell","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"300g ground beef","name":"Ground Beef","quantity":300,"unit":"g","usQuantity":0.66,"usUnit":"lb","form":"ground","notes":"for the filling","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"2 onions, finely chopped","name":"Onion","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"finely chopped","notes":"","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"50g pine nuts","name":"Pine Nuts","quantity":50,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.8,"usUnit":"oz","form":"whole","notes":"toasted","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"2 tablespoons vegetable oil","name":"Vegetable Oil","quantity":30,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"liquid","notes":"for sautéing the filling","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1 teaspoon salt","name":"Salt","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"adjust to taste","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"1 teaspoon Baharat (Middle Eastern Seven Spice)","name":"Baharat","quantity":2.5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"mix of cinnamon, black pepper, cloves, nutmeg","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"Vegetable oil for deep frying","name":"Vegetable Oil","quantity":1,"unit":"l","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"quart","form":"liquid","notes":"sufficient for deep frying","group":"Frying","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Place the 500g (2.5 cups) fine bulgur in a bowl and cover with cold water for 15 minutes. Drain thoroughly using a fine-mesh sieve, squeezing out all excess moisture.","group":"Shell Preparation","title":"Place the 500g fine bulgur","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Shell Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a food processor, combine the soaked bulgur, 500g (1.1 lb) lean ground beef, 1 grated onion, and half of the salt and Baharat. Process until a smooth, dough-like paste forms. Chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.","group":"Shell Preparation","title":"Combine the soaked bulgur, 500g lean ground beef, 1 grated onion","timerMinutes":20,"sourceTitle":"Shell Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"For the filling, heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the 2 chopped onions until softened, then add 300g (0.66 lb) ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Stir in 50g (1.8 oz) pine nuts and the remaining spices. Let the mixture cool completely.","group":"Filling Preparation","title":"For the filling, heat 2 tablespoons of oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Filling Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Take a walnut-sized piece of the kibbeh shell dough. Using a damp finger, poke a hole in the middle and work the sides to create a thin, hollow tube. Stuff with 1-2 teaspoons of the filling, then pinch the top to seal, shaping it into a pointed oval (football shape).","group":"Assembly","title":"Take a walnut-sized piece of the kibbeh shell dough","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (177°C) in a deep pot. Deep fry the kibbeh in batches for 4-5 minutes until dark golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels and serve warm.","group":"Frying","title":"Heat vegetable oil","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Frying"}],"notes":"Keep your hands moist with cold water while shaping the kibbeh to prevent the dough from sticking. Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to maintain crispiness without absorbing too much grease.","cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Levantine"]},"course":["appetizer"],"cookingMethod":["fry"],"equipment":["food processor","skillet","deep fryer or heavy pot","sieve"],"diet":["high_protein"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":16,"unit":"piece","note":"Makes approximately 16 medium-sized kibbeh balls"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Assembled raw kibbeh can be stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours before frying."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store fried kibbeh in an airtight container.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat in an oven or air fryer at 350°F (177°C) for 5-8 minutes to restore crispiness."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_c176e3835e%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=4dbb68cb-c5d2-4fcd-b9db-7e39271c4a9e","imageAlt":"Fried Kibbeh — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["kibbeh","mediterranean","snack","beef","bulgur","fried","middle eastern"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Fried Kibbeh","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T01:57:41.728Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T01:57:41.728Z","related":[{"id":"ac_l_ezme_d064be0373","slug":"acili-ezme","title":"Acılı Ezme","description":"A classic Turkish spicy vegetable salad and condiment featuring finely chopped tomatoes, peppers, and onions, balanced with the tang of pomegranate molasses and aromatic herbs.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":20,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Turkish"]},"course":["sauce","appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","nut_free","low_carb"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fac_l_ezme_d064be0373%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=ac6fc624-4435-4cfa-9991-d45441036707","imageAlt":"Acılı Ezme — recipe cover","tags":["spicy","dip","vegetable","healthy","turkish","mezze"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":14,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_2f05621352","slug":"bouyiourdi-greek-baked-feta","title":"Bouyiourdi (Greek Baked Feta)","description":"A traditional Greek meze featuring salty feta cheese baked until melted with juicy tomatoes, spicy peppers, and fragrant extra virgin olive oil.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_2f05621352%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=fd6db74e-cfd9-46b5-aa96-6e0e76c26c9a","imageAlt":"Bouyiourdi (Greek Baked Feta) — recipe cover","tags":["feta","baked cheese","greek meze","spicy","vegetarian"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":6,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_66184712aa","slug":"creamy-homemade-hummus","title":"Creamy Homemade Hummus","description":"A silky, rich, and authentic Mediterranean chickpea dip blended with nutty tahini, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic garlic. 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