Brazilian recipe
Baked Kibbeh (Quibe assado)
Baked kibbeh is a traditional staple of Brazilian home cooking, prized for its balanced flavors of seasoned ground meat and bulgur wheat.
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Ingredients
500g bulgur wheat
1kg ground beef
2 onions, finely chopped
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 chopped
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
Find bulgur wheat in the grains or international aisle of local supermarkets. Ground beef is available at any butcher or meat counter. Fresh herbs like mint can be sourced from local markets or grocers.
Preparation method
- Place the bulgur wheat in a bowl.
- Cover with water and let it hydrate for 3 hours.
- Drain all excess liquid.
- Squeeze the wheat with your hands to remove any remaining moisture.
- Add the meat, onions, tomato, mint, salt, and pepper.
- Mix all ingredients until a well-incorporated dough is formed.
- If you prefer a finer and more uniform consistency, pass the dough through a food processor or meat grinder.
- Spread the mixture evenly in a greased baking dish.
- Drizzle the surface of the kibbeh with the olive oil.
- Place in the oven to bake.
Observations
This practical recipe yields a moist and flavorful baked kibbeh. The key to success lies in properly hydrating the bulgur wheat and using fresh herbs, which provide an essential aromatic profile to the dish.
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