Fried Kibbeh with Spinach Filling

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the bulgur wheat under cold water and let it soak for about 30 minutes. Drain well.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, soaked bulgur, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

3. 3

   Finely chop the onion and garlic. In a pan, heat a small amount of vegetable oil and sauté the onion and garlic until they are soft and translucent.

4. 4

   Add the fresh spinach to the pan and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let it cool.

5. 5

   Take a small amount of the beef and bulgur mixture and flatten it in your hand. Place a small spoonful of the spinach filling in the center and fold the mixture around it to form an oval shape. Repeat with the remaining mixture and filling.

6. 6

   Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Fry the kibbeh in batches until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides.

7. 7

   Remove the fried kibbeh from the oil and drain on paper towels.

8. 8

   Serve hot as an appetizer or main dish.