Brazilian recipe
Oven-Baked Quibe (Quibe assado)
A staple of the Brazilian dining table, this oven-baked quibe is prized for its ease of preparation and the balanced flavor of spiced ground meat.
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Ingredients
500g fine bulgur wheat
1kg ground beef
2 onions, finely diced
1 tomato, seeded and chopped
Fresh mint, chopped to taste
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1kg ground beef
2 onions, finely diced
1 tomato, seeded and chopped
Fresh mint, chopped to taste
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
Where to find ingredients
You can find fine bulgur wheat in the international or grain aisles of local supermarkets. Fresh mint and fresh produce are best sourced from local greengrocers or the produce section of your neighborhood market.
Preparation method
- Place the bulgur wheat into a large mixing bowl.
- Cover with water and let it hydrate for 3 hours.
- Drain all excess liquid thoroughly.
- Squeeze the wheat between your hands to remove any remaining moisture.
- Add the ground beef, onions, tomato, mint, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
- Mix all ingredients together until you achieve a well-incorporated dough.
- For a smoother and more uniform consistency, pass the mixture through a food processor or meat grinder.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a greased baking dish.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the surface of the quibe.
- Place in the oven to bake until golden and firm.
Observations
This practical recipe yields a moist and flavorsome quibe. The key is to ensure the bulgur wheat is correctly hydrated and to use fresh herbs, which provide an unmistakable aromatic profile to the dish.
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