Baked Kibbeh Muffins with Spinach and Feta Filling
Baked Kibbeh Muffins with Spinach and Feta Filling are a delicious and healthy Middle Eastern dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is made with a combination of ground beef, bulgur wheat, and spices, which are then baked into muffin cups with a flavorful spinach and feta filling.
To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients per serving:
- 1/4 cup bulgur wheat
- 1/4 pound ground beef
- 1/4 onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh spinach
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
To start, preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. In a large bowl, combine the bulgur wheat, ground beef, onion, cinnamon, allspice, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
In a separate bowl, combine the parsley, mint, cilantro, feta cheese, spinach, onion, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray. Take a small amount of the kibbeh mixture and press it into the bottom of each muffin cup, making a small well in the center. Spoon a small amount of the spinach and feta mixture into each well. Cover the filling with another small amount of the kibbeh mixture, pressing it down to seal the edges.
Bake the kibbeh muffins for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh herbs if desired.
These Baked Kibbeh Muffins with Spinach and Feta Filling are a delicious and healthy appetizer or main dish that is sure to impress your guests. The combination of spices and fresh herbs gives the dish a fragrant and flavorful aroma, while the spinach and feta filling adds a creamy and tangy texture. The muffins are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making them the perfect comfort food.
Type of dish: Middle Eastern Appetizer
Main ingredients: Ground beef, bulgur wheat, spinach
