Baked Kibbee (Syrian Meatloaf) Recipe

Name: Baked Kibbee (Syrian Meatloaf)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Mixture One; 1 1/2 cups finely ground bulgur wheat; 3 cups boiling water; 2 lbs ground lamb; 2 small onions, grated; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon syrian pepper or 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and 1/2 tsp ground allspice; Mixture Two; 1 lb ground lamb or 1 lb ground beef; 2 tablespoons clarified butter; 1/4 cup pine nuts; 1 onion, chopped; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1 teaspoon syrian pepper or 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and 1/2 tsp ground allspice

Servings: persons

Mixture One
1 1/2 cups finely ground bulgur wheat
3 cups boiling water
2 lbs ground lamb
2 small onions, grated
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon syrian pepper or 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and 1/2 tsp ground allspice
Mixture Two
1 lb ground lamb or 1 lb ground beef
2 tablespoons clarified butter
1/4 cup pine nuts
1 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon syrian pepper or 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and 1/2 tsp ground allspice

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["Preheat the oven to 400u00b0 F.", "For Mixture One: Pour boiling water over bulgar wheat, cover, and let stand for 10 minutes. Drain any excess water.", "Working in batches, use a food processor to grind the 2 lbs. of lamb into a fine paste.", "In a large bowl, combine the wheat, lamb, onion, salt and pepper. Mix well. (If mixing by hand, dip your hands in ice water to keep the meat mixture from sticking to them.).", "For Mixture Two: Heat clarified butter over medium-high heat. Add meat, onion, pine nuts, and seasoning and saute until meat is cooked through.", "Butter a 9""x13"" baking pan. Spread half of Mixture One in the bottom. Spread Mixture Two over it, and press the rest of Mixture One on top. Wet your hands with ice water to keep it from sticking while you smooth out the top.", "Cut the kibbee into small diamonds or rectangles.", "Bake until meat is cooked through, around 30-45 minutes."]

2720

kcal

Calories

266

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Mixture One, 1 1/2 cups finely ground bulgur wheat, 3 cups boiling water, 2 lbs ground lamb, and more.

Yes, Baked Kibbee (Syrian Meatloaf) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baked Kibbee (Syrian Meatloaf)

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