World Kitchen: Alumni Tailgate Workshop | Lebanese-inspired recipes

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground beef is more affordable.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide healthy fats, while sunflower seeds are more budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola is often cheaper.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is thicker and higher in protein, while sour cream is less expensive.

Soak bulgur wheat in cold water for 30 minutes until softened.

Drain bulgur and squeeze out excess water.

Mix bulgur with ground lamb, finely chopped onion, salt, pepper, and spices until well combined.

Shape the mixture into small balls or patties.

Heat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the kibbeh balls in batches until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Prepare a salad with diced tomato, cucumber, and parsley.

Serve kibbeh warm with yogurt sauce and salad on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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