Kibbeh Nayyeh

🛒 Ingredients

• Lean Ground Lamb 150 g · 240 kcal
• Fine Bulgur 30 g · 103 kcal
• Onion 40 g · 16 kcal
• Fresh Mint Leaves 5 g · 4 kcal
• Olive Oil 10 g · 88 kcal
• Water 15 g · 0 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Soak the fine bulgur in a bowl with a small amount of cold water for 10-15 minutes until softened, then squeeze out any excess water.
2. Finely mince the onion and fresh mint leaves.
3. In a large bowl, combine the very lean ground lamb, soaked bulgur, minced onion, and mint. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
4. Knead the mixture by hand for 15-20 minutes, periodically adding a splash of cold water, until it becomes very smooth and uniform in consistency.
5. Serve immediately, forming the kibbeh into a shallow dish, making indentations with your fingers, and drizzling with olive oil. Garnish with additional fresh mint leaves and optional sliced onions or radishes.