Bulgur Kibbeh

Bulgur Kibbeh

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Discover this recipe for Iraqi kibbeh, a delicious culinary specialty perfect for meat lovers and those who enjoy exotic flavors.

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Kibbeh is a delicious Iraqi specialty that combines bulgur and meat to create crispy patties. This recipe guides you step-by-step through the process of making this flavorful dish.

Ingredients and directions

  • Prep time30 min
  • Cook time15 min
  • Resting1 hr
  • Total1 hr 45 min
  • DifficultyMedium
  • CostBudget
  • Cooking methodpan, oven
  • Estimated cost$1.43 $0.36 / serving Estimated price; varies by store. Converted from euros at the ECB rate of October 7, 2026.

Ingredients

4 people
  • $0.65
  • $0.65
  • $0.13

Prices from US supermarkets for 1 of 3 ingredients; Belgian prices for the rest.

Directions

  1. Combine the two types of bulgur and cover them with hot water until they are completely submerged. ≈ 3 min
  2. Let it sit for an hour, allowing the water to absorb some of the rice.
  3. Take a handful at a time, squeeze it firmly, and then place it in another container until it’s all used up. ≈ 3 min
  4. Next, pour over the remaining water. ≈ 3 min
  5. Place all the crushed wheat in the large bowl, add 2 cups of flour, a teaspoon of turmeric, and a tablespoon of salt. ≈ 3 min
  6. And, with the egg, start by mixing all the ingredients together, using your hands to ensure they are well combined. ≈ 4 min
  7. Next, close your hands into fists and mix vigorously to obtain a smooth dough. ≈ 4 min
  8. Before you begin forming the dough, add a little flour if needed. ≈ 3 min
  9. You can gradually add more until you achieve a sticky consistency. ≈ 3 min
  10. Create large circles and set them aside. ≈ 3 min
  11. Open each circle of dough and place a tablespoon of meat inside, then close it up. ≈ 3 min
  12. Boil some water in a pot with a pinch of salt and turmeric.
  13. When the water boils, it causes each sphere filled with meat to burst, creating a sort of flat, full moon, about the size of a small plate. ≈ 3 min
  14. Gently place the pancake in the boiling water until it floats, which indicates that it is ready.
  15. It can be eaten immediately, or after being fried in a pan on both sides.
  16. Category: Iraqi cuisine ≈ 3 min
  17. Category: Meat Recipes ≈ 3 min
  18. Recipe: Kibbeh ≈ 3 min

The bill

Bulgur Kibbeh

  • Approximately 500 grams of fine bulgur$0.65
  • Approximately 500 grams of thick bulgur$0.65
  • 2-2.5 cups of flour$0.13

Total$1.43

that's $0.36 per person

Estimated price; varies by store.

Before you start

Ingredients

  • Approximately 500 grams of fine bulgur
  • Approximately 500 grams of thick bulgur
  • 2-2.5 cups of flour
  • Water as needed

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