MAWOSH RUBIYAN, KIBBEH WITH LEBAN AND LENTIL SOUP KUWAITI FEAST!

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground beef is often less expensive.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers more protein and creaminess.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: walnuts

Sunflower seeds are more affordable and provide a similar crunch.

bulgur wheat

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa adds protein, while rice is a budget-friendly alternative.

Soak bulgur wheat in water for 30 minutes until softened

Drain bulgur and mix with ground lamb, chopped onion, pine nuts, cinnamon, allspice, salt, and pepper

Shape the mixture into oval patties or balls

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat and fry the kibbeh until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side

In a pot, combine red lentils, diced carrots, chopped celery, minced garlic, cumin, and water

Bring the lentil mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils are tender

Stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste

Serve kibbeh with a side of lebaneh and lentil soup

Cooking Techniques

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