Lebanese Kibbee in a Pan Recipe

Name: Lebanese Kibbee in a Pan
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb (.5 kg). ground lamb or beef; 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) bulgar (ground wheat); 2 medium onions, chopped fine; 1/2 cup (125 ml) pinenuts, optional; 1/2 cup (125 ml) olive oil; 1/4 tsp (1 ml) allspice; salt; 1/8 tsp (1 ml) cinnamon; 1/3 cup (80 ml) flour or more; paprika

Servings: persons

1
In heavy pan, combine meat, onions, allspice and cinnamon on medium flame and cook until all the pink is gone.
2
Keep pressing meat so pieces of onion disappear, about 10 minutes.
3
In a bowl, soak bulgar in warm water to cover.
4
Cover bowl; let stand until all the water is absorbed, about 15-20 minutes.
5
In bulgar, drain all water (if any is left).
6
Combine flour, salt and olive oil.
7
Mix so that ingredients stick together.
8
Grease baking pan with oil.
9
Spread half the bulgar mixture on bottom of pan.
10
Put meat mixture on top; add pinenuts.
11
Top with rest of bulgar.
12
Cut into squares and sprinkle with paprika.
13
Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees (175 C.).

601

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* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb (.5 kg). ground lamb or beef, 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) bulgar (ground wheat), 2 medium onions, chopped fine, 1/2 cup (125 ml) pinenuts, optional, and more.

Yes, Lebanese Kibbee in a Pan 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!

Lebanese Kibbee in a Pan

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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