Baked Kibbeh Pie with Ground Chicken and Pine Nuts
Baked Kibbeh Pie with Ground Chicken and Pine Nuts is a delicious Middle Eastern dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is a combination of ground chicken, bulgur wheat, and pine nuts, which are baked to perfection. The dish is easy to make and can be served as a main course or as an appetizer.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups fine bulgur wheat
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup pine nuts
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped mint
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 1/4 cup chopped dill
- 1/4 cup chopped basil
- 1/4 cup chopped oregano
- 1/4 cup chopped thyme
Serves: 6-8
Cooking Tips:
- Soak the bulgur wheat in water for at least 30 minutes before using it.
- Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown.
- Use a food processor to mix the bulgur wheat and ground chicken together.
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the bulgur wheat, ground chicken, onion, olive oil, cinnamon, allspice, salt, and pepper.
3. Add the chopped herbs and mix well.
4. Grease a 9-inch baking dish with olive oil.
5. Spread half of the bulgur wheat mixture evenly in the bottom of the dish.
6. Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts over the bulgur wheat mixture.
7. Spread the remaining bulgur wheat mixture over the pine nuts.
8. Use a knife to score the top of the kibbeh in a diamond pattern.
9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the kibbeh is golden brown and cooked through.
10. Serve hot with a side of yogurt or tzatziki sauce.
Appearance and Taste:
Baked Kibbeh Pie with Ground Chicken and Pine Nuts is a beautiful dish with a golden brown crust and a fragrant aroma. The dish has a crispy texture on the outside and a soft, moist texture on the inside. The combination of ground chicken, bulgur wheat, and pine nuts creates a delicious and savory flavor that is enhanced by the aromatic herbs and spices. This dish is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests.
Type of Dish:
Middle Eastern Appetizer
Main Ingredients:
- Ground Chicken
- Bulgur Wheat
- Pine Nuts
