How to Make Air Fryer Kibbeh - A Step-by-Step Guide

Kibbeh is a traditional Middle Eastern dish that consists of a mixture of ground meat, bulgur, and aromatic spices. It is typically shaped into balls or patties and then either fried or baked. In this recipe, we will show you how to make delicious and crispy kibbeh using an air fryer, which is a healthier alternative to traditional frying methods.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup medium-grind bulgur
  • 1 medium onion, roughly chopped
  • 3 serrano peppers, chopped, or more to taste
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh mint
  • 1 pound 97% lean ground beef
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon butter, softened, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Soak bulgur in a bowl of water until soft to the bite, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain.
  • Combine onion, serrano peppers, and mint in a food processor; process until you have a paste. Transfer to a large bowl with ground beef and bulgur. Season with salt and pepper and mix with your hands until thoroughly combined.
  • Form into small balls and rub outsides with a small amount of butter. Place in an air fryer basket.
  • Transfer to the air fryer and set to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, turning halfway through. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
  • Nutrition

    257 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 49mg
    • Sodium: 50mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 21mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 261mg