Potato Kibbeh with Ground Meat – Traditional Recipe & Preparation

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Potato Kibbeh with Ground Meat – Traditional Recipe & Preparation

Welcome to today’s dish! We’re preparing Potato Kibbeh with Ground Meat, a delicious and hearty variation of the famous kibbeh. This dish combines mashed potatoes and bulgur with a savory meat filling, making it a perfect side dish. It is often served with fresh bread and salad.

Ingredients

Potato Kibbeh with Ground Meat

 

  • 1 kg potatoes

  • 4 cups fine bulgur

  • 1 medium onion, sliced

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • Fresh coriander, chopped

  • 2 tbsp salt and black pepper

  • 1 tbsp dried basil (or dried oregano)

  • 500 g ground beef or lamb

  • 1 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped

  • 5 large onions, finely chopped

  • 2 tbsp sumac

  • Olive oil or vegetable oil

  • Clarified butter (ghee)

Preparation

Step 1 – Prepare the potato mixture:

  • Wash the potatoes and boil them in a pot of water for about 15 minutes until soft. Peel and mash them well.

  • Soak the bulgur in water for 15–20 minutes, then drain and squeeze out excess water.

  • In a large bowl, mix the mashed potatoes with bulgur, sliced onion, salt, black pepper, basil, and a touch of cumin. Blend again until smooth—this forms the outer kibbeh dough.

Step 2 – Prepare the filling:

  • Heat ghee or oil in a pan. Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until golden.

  • Add ground meat, seasoning with salt, black pepper, mixed spices, cumin, basil, and sumac. Cook until the meat is browned and well combined.

  • Stir in the walnuts for texture, then remove from heat.

Step 3 – Assemble the kibbeh:

  • Take portions of the potato mixture and shape them into small round patties.

  • Place a spoonful of the meat filling in the center, then close and shape into disks or ovals.

Step 4 – Fry:

  • Heat oil in a deep pan and fry the kibbeh until golden and crispy on the outside.

Step 5 – Serve:

  • Arrange on a platter, garnish with fresh coriander, and serve hot with bread and salad.

⏱ Preparation time: 35–45 minutes.

✨ This is the authentic Potato Kibbeh with Ground Meat—crispy on the outside, tender inside, and filled with a rich, spiced meat mixture. A traditional dish that brings warmth and flavor to every table.

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