Air Fryer Kibbeh

This is my dad's version of Lebanese kibbeh cooked in an air fryer. Compared to frying it in a skillet with oil, the air-fried version has much more flavor. You can really taste the mint and peppers. I don't think we will ever fry it again.

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 cup medium-grind bulgur

  • 1 medium onion, roughly chopped

  • 3 serrano chile peppers, chopped, or more to taste

  • ¼ cup chopped fresh mint

  • 1 pound 97% lean ground beef

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened, or as needed

Directions

  1. Soak bulgur in a bowl of water until soft to the bite, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain.

  2. Combine onion, serranos, and mint in a food processor; process until forms a paste. Transfer to a large bowl; add ground beef and bulgur. Season with salt and black pepper; mix with your hands until thoroughly combined.

  3. Form into small balls; rub balls with a small amount of butter. Place in an air fryer basket.

  4. Preheat an air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.

  5. Cook in the preheated air fryer for 10 to 12 minutes, turning halfway through. An instant-read thermometer inserted into centers should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

257 Calories
13g Fat
20g Carbs
17g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 257
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13g 16%
Saturated Fat 5g 27%
Cholesterol 49mg 16%
Sodium 50mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 5g 17%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 17g 33%
Vitamin C 3mg 4%
Calcium 21mg 2%
Iron 2mg 11%
Potassium 261mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.