Baked Beef and Spinach Kibbeh

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

   Rinse the bulgur wheat under cold water and let it soak in a bowl of water for about 15 minutes. Drain well.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the beef mince, soaked bulgur wheat, finely chopped onion, salt, ground cumin, ground allspice, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

4. 4

   Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the fresh spinach and sauté until wilted. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

5. 5

   Add the sautéed spinach to the beef and bulgur mixture, and mix until evenly distributed.

6. 6

   Grease a baking dish with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.

7. 7

   Press the kibbeh mixture into the baking dish, spreading it evenly.

8. 8

   Score the top of the kibbeh with a knife to create a diamond pattern.

9. 9

   Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the kibbeh is cooked through.

10. 10

    Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Baked Beef and Spinach Kibbeh!