Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Rice and Grains
Kibbeh Spiced Rice / Pilaf
Chef's Menu Description
Fragrant grains expertly cooked with seasonal aromatics, fresh herbs, and rich stock for a satisfying, flavourful centerpiece.
Ingredients
- • 2 cups fine bulgur wheat
- • 250g lean minced beef (for the shell)
- • 250g minced beef (for the filling)
- • 1 onion, grated
- • 1 onion, finely diced
- • 1/4 cup pine nuts
- • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- • 1/2 tsp ground allspice
- • 3 tbsp olive oil
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Cover the bulgur with cold water 15 minutes; drain and squeeze very dry.
2
Phase 2
Knead the bulgur with the grated onion, shell beef, half the cinnamon, and half the allspice until a smooth dough forms.
3
Phase 3
Brown the diced onion and filling beef in 1 tbsp oil; add the pine nuts and remaining spices and cook 3 minutes.
4
Phase 4
Press half the shell into an oiled 20cm tray, spread the filling, cover with the remaining shell, and score diamonds.
5
Phase 5
Brush the top with the remaining oil and bake at 200C for 30 minutes until golden.