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Nutritional Values
640kcal
35gProtein
55gCarbs
30gFat
6gFibre
250 gServing
* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Kibbeh
How to order / say it
Say it
الكبة — [KIB-beh]
Order
I'd like the kibbeh, please.
Locally
أريد الكبة من فضلك.
Say locally
Fried bulgur shells stuffed with spiced ground meat.
Why try it?
Kibbeh is a beloved dish that often graces the tables during festivals and special occasions, reflecting the communal culinary practices of Jordan.
How it tastes
Kibbeh offers a combination of a crispy outer shell with a moist, aromatic filling, seasoned with spices that provide a warmly balanced flavor profile.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
Kibbeh's roots can be traced back to the Levant region, becoming particularly popular in Jordan among Arab communities during the 19th century as a dish of celebration.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 200 g bulgur wheat
- 🥩 300 g ground lamb
- 🧄 100 g onion
- 🥜 50 g pine nuts
- 🧂 5 g cinnamon
- 🌿 10 g mint
Method
- 1 Mix bulgur with meat and spices.
- 2 Sauté onions and pine nuts for filling.
- 3 Form bulgur shells and stuff with filling.
- 4 Fry until golden and serve warm.
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