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Kibbeh Nayyeh (Levantine Raw Minced Meat & Bulgur - Use Caution)

Traditional Levantine dish made with raw minced meat and bulgur. Use caution when consuming raw meat.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Levantine
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup fine bulgur
  • 1 pound lean beef or lamb, very finely ground
  • 1 small onion, grated
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon allspice
  • 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 0.25 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • Olive oil, for drizzling
  • Optional: pine nuts, for garnish

Instructions 

  1. Rinse bulgur under cold water until water runs clear. Drain well.
  2. In a large bowl, combine bulgur, ground meat, grated onion, salt, pepper, allspice, and cinnamon. Mix well.
  3. Add chopped mint and parsley. Mix until well combined.
  4. Transfer mixture to a serving platter. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with pine nuts if using.
  5. Serve immediately with pita bread and fresh vegetables.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Bulgur, Raw Meat, Traditional
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