Lebanese Kibbeh Recipe: A Classic Middle Eastern Appetizer

Kibbeh is a true Lebanese culinary masterpiece! No wonder this mezze plate has become beloved in Lebanon and the broader Middle Eastern region. Kibbeh is the perfect addition to your mezze lineup. It’s a fantastic addition to creamy hummus and spicy muhammara with warm pita wedges or dipped in tangy moutabal and crunchy tabbouleh.

I still remember watching my mom craft these delightful delights with perfect precision as she’d lovingly combine bulgur and meat, season it to perfection, then shape them into round shells for stuffing — always laced with onions and pine nuts, of course!

Kibbeh truly takes an expert hand to prepare correctly, so you know when someone serves up one of these bites, they’ve cooked from the heart.

After an extended period of trepidation and uncertainty, I finally decided to take the plunge — with confidence that this recipe will delight you! If you’re a newcomer to kibbeh-making, read for tips that could lead you from kitchen novice to Kibbeh connoisseur in no time. You may even surprise yourself by sending me mouthwatering photos when your culinary masterpiece is complete!

To make our authentic Lebanese Kibbeh, you’ll need the following:

For the meat stuffing :

2 tablespoons ghee