Baked Kibbeh (Kibe Assado Recheado)
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5.0
24 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
40 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
684 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Baked Kibbeh (Kibe Assado Recheado)
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Baked Kibbeh is a ground lamb-bulgur wheat pie filled with lots of cheese. It is a complete dish that can be served with a fresh salad.
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Ingredients
- For the Kibbeh:
- 1½ cups fine bulgur
- 4 cups boiling water
- 3 tablespoons oilve oil divided (plus 1-2 tablespoons to drizzle)
- 1 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped
- 6 garlic cloves minced
- 28 ounces ground lamb 800 g
- 2 teaspoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1½ teaspoons ground cumin
- ½ cup chopped fresh mint leaves
- ½ cup chopped fresh green onions
- For the filling:
- 10.5 ounces store-bought or homemade requeijão cremoso (300g) see this link (or 8oz softened cream cheese whipped with 4 ounces full fat ricotta cheese)
- 10.5 ounces shredded Mozzarella cheese 300 g
- For Garnishing : optional
- mint leaves
- pomegranate seeds
Instructions
- To prepare the kibbeh: Soak the bulgur wheat in boiling water for about 30 minutes. Drain well, pressing to eliminate excess water. Set aside.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, add the 1 tablespoon of oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. When butter melts, add onions and cook for about 2-3 minutes or until softened, stirring occasionally. The goal is cook the onions not brown them. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring occasionally. Don't let brown. Mix with the reserved, drained bulghur wheat.
- Using the same pan, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat and cook ground lamb for about 4-6 minutes or just until brown. Stir in the tomato paste until combined. Mix with the bulgur mixture, add salt, pepper, cumin, mint, and green onions. Stir very well to combine and let cool enough to handle.
- Preheat oven to 350° F (about 180°C). Grease a medium, deep baking dish (about 10x9-inch) with oil or butter.
- Spoon half of the kibbeh mixture onto the baking dish, then flatten to form an uniform layer. Make sure there are no gaps. Spoon and then gently spread the requeijão or cream cheese mixture on top, and subsequently layer the mozzarella cheese. Next, top the filling with the rest of the kibbeh mixture using the same technique.
- Drizzle with 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil and bake for about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and slice in desired pattern using a sharp knife. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Garnish with mints leaves and pomegranate seeds if desired. Serve warm, accompanied by a fresh salad.
Notes
- MAKE AHEAD: you can make this baked kibbeh recipe one day ahead, refrigerate, and bake before serving.
- STORE baked kibbeh in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Freeze for up to 3-6 months. Thaw in the fridge and reheat well before eating.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
684kcal
(34%)
Carbohydrates
26g
(9%)
Protein
31g
(62%)
Fat
51g
(78%)
Saturated Fat
24g
(120%)
Cholesterol
147mg
(49%)
Sodium
1013mg
(42%)
Potassium
498mg
(14%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
1000IU
(20%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
274mg
(27%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 684 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 684kcal | 34% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 51g | 78% |
| Saturated Fat | 24g | 120% |
| Cholesterol | 147mg | 49% |
| Sodium | 1013mg | 42% |
| Potassium | 498mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1000IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 274mg | 27% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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