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Kibbeh - Lebanese Meat Croquettes

Kibbeh is the national dish of Lebanon made from finely ground lamb, bulgur wheat, onion, and spices. The most famous are fried oval croquettes called kibbeh mikliyeh filled with meat and pine nuts.

There are many variations: kibbeh nayyeh (raw), kibbeh bil saniyeh (baked), and kibbeh labanieh (in yogurt sauce).

Kibbeh - Lebanese Meat Croquettes
  • Kibbeh is considered the national dish of Lebanon
  • The raw version kibbeh nayyeh is a delicacy similar to steak tartare
  • Traditional preparation involves pounding meat in a stone mortar
  • The filling is made of minced meat with pine nuts and spices
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